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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

United States Representative since 3 months

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

US United States Representative since 3 months

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Voted yes on HR 517

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

US United States Representative since 3 months

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Voted yes on HRES 519

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

US United States Representative since 3 months

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Voted yes on S 331

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

US United States Representative since 3 months

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Voted yes on HRES 566

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US United States Representative since 3 months

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

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Voted yes on HR 43

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Representative Cliff Bentz (2)

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SPONSORED LEGISLATION

HJRES 88 - Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Introduced by
Brian Babin , Troy Balderson , Michael Baumgartner , Cliff Bentz , Stephanie Bice
Last updated 3 months ago

39 Co-Sponsors

Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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HR 3946 - FIGHT Act of 2025

119th Congress
Introduced by
Mark Amodei , Don Bacon , Nanette Barragán , Aaron Bean , Cliff Bentz
Last updated about 2 months ago

61 Co-Sponsors

FIGHT Act of 2025

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HR 842 - Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act

119th Congress
Introduced by
Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Robert Aderholt
Last updated 6 months ago

921 Co-Sponsors

Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act

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HR 3699 - Energy Choice Act

119th Congress
Introduced by
Andy Barr , Tom Barrett , Tom Barrett , Michael Baumgartner , Michael Baumgartner
Last updated about 2 months ago

124 Co-Sponsors

Energy Choice Act

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Introduced in House

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HRES 254 - Recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

119th Congress
Introduced by
Don Bacon , Wesley Bell , Cliff Bentz , Jack Bergman , Stephanie Bice
Last updated 4 months ago

53 Co-Sponsors

Recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

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Submitted in House

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HR 2232 - Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2025

119th Congress
Introduced by
Cliff Bentz , Suzanne Bonamici , Mike Carey , Danny Davis , Shomari Figures
Last updated 5 months ago

21 Co-Sponsors

Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2025

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HR 909 - Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

119th Congress
Introduced by
Robert Aderholt , Robert Aderholt , Robert Aderholt , Mark Alford , Mark Alford
Last updated 6 months ago

655 Co-Sponsors

Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

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HCONRES 12 - Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

119th Congress
Introduced by
Alma Adams , Mark Alford , Rick Allen , Mark Amodei , Brian Babin
Last updated 6 months ago

180 Co-Sponsors

Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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HR 1575 - No American Land for Communist China Act

119th Congress
Introduced by
Mark Alford , Rick Allen , Don Bacon , Michael Baumgartner , Aaron Bean
Last updated 5 months ago

50 Co-Sponsors

No American Land for Communist China Act

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HR 842 - Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act

119th Congress
Introduced by
Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Robert Aderholt
Last updated 6 months ago

921 Co-Sponsors

Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act

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Introduced in House

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BIOGRAPHY

INCUMBENT

United States Representative

COMMITTEES

United States Representative

BIRTH

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ABOUT

Biography

Cliff Bentz, born on January 12, 1952, in Salem, Oregon, is a third-generation Oregonian who was raised on his family's cattle ranches in Harney County. He currently serves as the U.S. Representative for Oregon's 2nd congressional district, a position he has held since January 3, 2021. Prior to his tenure in Congress, Bentz had an extensive career in Oregon's state legislature, serving in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. He is a member of the Republican Party and has been actively involved in various legislative committees and community organizations throughout his career.

Education

  • High School: Regis High School, Stayton, Oregon
  • Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor of Science in History, Eastern Oregon State College , cum laude, 1974
  • Juris Doctor: Lewis & Clark Law School, 1977

Political Experience

  • Oregon House of Representatives: Appointed in 2008 to represent District 60; subsequently elected to five two-year terms.
  • Oregon State Senate: Appointed in 2018 to represent District 30; served until January 2, 2020.
  • U.S. House of Representatives: Elected in 2020 to represent Oregon's 2nd congressional district; sworn in on January 3, 2021.

Notable Achievements and Positions

  • Committee Assignments:
    • Appointed to the House Judiciary Committee in January 2021, bringing his legal expertise to matters of federal justice and civil liberties.
  • Legislative Focus:
    • Advocated for rural communities and agricultural interests, reflecting his background in ranching and water law.
    • Endorsed former President Donald Trump for the 2024 Republican presidential ticket, aligning with conservative values.
  • Community Involvement:
    • Served as chair of the Oregon Water Resources Commission.
    • Participated in various local boards, including the Ontario 8C public school board and Project Dove, a domestic violence prevention organization.

Throughout his career, Representative Bentz has demonstrated a commitment to public service, emphasizing issues pertinent to Oregon's rural communities and leveraging his legal background to inform his legislative work.

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