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At a Glance
Seat
Representative for Oregon District 5
Born
January 31, 1975
Age 51
Phone
(202) 225-5711
Office
1508 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Oregon District 5

Janelle S. Bynum

Janelle Sojourner Bynum is an American politician and businesswoman serving as the U.S. representative for Oregon's 5th congressional district since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Oregon House of Representatives from 2017 to 2025.

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Voting Record — 536
Yes45%
No53%
Present1%
Not Voting1%
Party align96%
Cross-party4%
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Congressional District 5

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.
Janelle S. Bynum headshot
Janelle S. Bynum
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratOregon District 5
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Janelle S.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 21 sponsored · 92 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Higher prices caused by President Trump's tariffs are estimated to cost households an average of $2,400 per year. His economic policies are out of control, and it's Oregonians who are going to foot the bill. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
With full funding, Oregon's Solar for All program could help over 8,000 low-income households install solar panels to lower their monthly energy bills. The Trump administration just terminated it. I'm demanding the EPA immediately reverse this decision & return the funds to @odoenergy.bsky.social.
We’re one step closer to over $14 million coming home to CD5 for projects across the district. From investing in clean water, to building affordable housing, to improving public safety, this funding will be transformative for our communities – I won’t stop fighting to get it across the finish line.
I'm excited to announce that the funding for all 15 projects in CD5 I fought for is one step closer to becoming reality. I'll keep pushing to ensure this funding heads to CD5 so our communities can invest in clean drinking water, public safety, child care, and affordable housing.
It’s also why I introduced the Microplastics Safety Act – a first of its kind bill to require the Department of Health and Human Services to study the impacts of microplastics in our food, water, and more. We need to find out more about what microplastics do to our health. 🧵(2/2)
Republicans cut nearly $200 billion for SNAP, a program that helps put food on the table for children, seniors, and veterans – all to give tax breaks to billionaires. I won’t stop fighting to protect this essential program.
Over half of Americans say the cost of groceries is a major source of stress in their life right now. Thanks to Trump’s chaotic economic policies, Oregonians are facing higher costs and tightening budgets. We need to be making life more affordable, not less. www.kgw.com/article/news...
It was a great night at Happy Valley National Night Out – great food, great music, and great company! Thank you to all the first responders, local law enforcement officers, and firefighters who joined us in bringing the community together.
60 years ago today, following generations of protest and determination, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law. Our work to protect the right to vote is far from over – I’ll keep fighting to expand access to the ballot box and ensure all of our voices are heard.
Thanks to the Republicans’ trash budget, a Central Oregon tribal radio station will be losing 40% of its annual funding. By providing up-to-date emergency alerts and local news, KWSO keeps our communities safe and informed – now, that’s at risk. ktvz.com/news/warm-sp...
Thank you to all 16,000 of you who joined my telephone town hall last night with @democracyforward.org! It was great to connect with so many of you. Thank you for calling in and sharing your concerns – next up, Molalla! Let’s Give ‘Em Hell!
Congratulations to Cole Hocker, former @uoregon.bsky.social Duck and newest men's 5,000m champion on his victory yesterday. He also secured his spot on Team USA for the upcoming World Athletics Championships this September 💪 Can't wait to cheer you on! www.oregonlive.com/trackandfiel...
Last call for tonight’s telephone town hall! I'll be joined by a special guest from @democracyforward.org to discuss how we are fighting back against the Trump admin. We'll be on the line tonight from 6:00PM – 7:00PM PT. I hope you’ll join us! RSVP🔗: forms.gle/qeaPdgKNQZUo...
Between 2010 and 2024, investments in rural Oregon and our tribal communities doubled. Now, Republicans are cutting that funding, and it's hurting our state. I won't stop fighting to make sure Oregonians get the support they deserve. oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/08/01/s...
Republicans’ trash budget guts funding for public broadcasting, which Oregonians in CD5 rely on for emergency alerts, especially during wildfire season. This decision was dangerous and short-sighted. I won’t stop fighting to keep our communities safe. www.opb.org/article/2025...
If you’re ever wondering if I read your comments, I do! It’s important to me as your representative to know how you’re feeling, so I took some time to respond to your comments ⬇️
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Voting History
536 total votes
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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-05-15H.R. 8469 (119th)Final passageYESYESPassed
2026-05-15H.R. 8469 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-05-14H.R. 8365 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-05-14H.R. 8365 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-05-14H.R. 5625 (119th)Final passageYESNOPassed
2026-05-14H. Con. Res. 75 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESFailed
2026-05-14H.R. 6260 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-05-14H.R. 6260 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1259 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYESPassed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1251 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYESPassed
2026-05-13H. Con. Res. 96 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-05-13H.R. 1346 (119th)Final passageYESNOPassed
2026-05-13H.R. 1346 (119th)Send back to committeeNONOFailed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1252 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYESPassed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1274 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1274 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1275 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-05-13H. Res. 1275 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-05-12H.R. 2853 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-05-12H.R. 2071 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-30S. 4465 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-29S. 1318 (119th)Final passageYESNOPassed
2026-04-29H. Res. 1224 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-29H. Res. 1224 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-04-27H.R. 227 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-27H.R. 7959 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-23H.R. 5587 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 6387 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 6387 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-22H.R. 4690 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 4690 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1182 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1189 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1189 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-04-21S. 1020 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-21H.R. 2493 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-21H.R. 5201 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-20H.R. 5200 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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