Maxine Dexter

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

in committee

Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2026

in committee

Honoring the 2026 Olympians and Paralympians from Oregon.

in committee

“Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the outstanding students of the Constitution Team at Grant High School in Portland, Oregon, for their remarkable achievement in earning third place at the national civics competition--We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution. This accomplishment demonstrates both scholarly achievement and a serious commitment to civic engagement and public service. At a time when our democracy depends upon informed and engaged citizens, these students have demonstrated the very best of what civic education can inspire. Competing against some of the top students from across the Nation, the Grant High School team showcased extraordinary dedication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Their success is a testament to countless hours spent studying constitutional principles, preparing testimony, and engaging thoughtfully with the institutions and ideals that shape our country. I also want to recognize and thank their teacher and coach, Angela DiPasquale, whose leadership, mentorship, and commitment to civic education helped guide these students to national recognition. Educators like Ms. DiPasquale play a vital role in strengthening our democracy by empowering young people to understand their rights, responsibilities, and ability to create meaningful change in their communities. It is my honor to include in the Record the names of the students representing Grant High School: Wren Abbruzzese, Eli Anderson, June Baeck, Elianna Beckham, Silas Blum, Ella Burgess, Sophie Durocher, Maggie Evans, Nico Garcia, Gwyn Gerber, Caspian Green, Sabina Halperin, Morgan Holloway, Rain Hoogen, Nora Isles, Marie Lambert, Margot Kalmanson, Ema Doyle, Henry Wines, Cora Landford-Crick, Ariel Manning, Augustus Martin, Keller Mazzetta, Kate McFarland, Evan Mettler, Cate Moore, Diego Moreno, Tess Nestel, Eli Peterson, Bena Rodecap, Ada Siemens, Brandon Solano-Miranda, Orion Souders, Jacob Snider, Hope Stanley, and Issy Winston. Their hard work, intellectual curiosity, and dedication to democratic values serve as an inspiration to students and communities across our Nation. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the Grant High School Constitution Team on this extraordinary accomplishment and in wishing them continued success in all their future endeavors. ____________________”

2026-05-20 · Government Reform

“Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a dedicated public servant and a beloved leader in Oregon. I rise to honor the life and legacy of a trailblazer, a mentor, and a fierce champion for justice in Oregon, State Senator Avel Gordly. A lifelong Portlander, Senator Gordly made history as the first Black woman elected to the Oregon Senate. For seventeen years in the Oregon Legislature, she served with compassion, intention, and an unshakable commitment to her community. Raised in Northeast Portland, she felt the pull toward justice early in life. At just sixteen years old, she attended a civil rights march protesting the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. She often spoke of that moment as formative--a turning point that deepened her lifelong commitment to social justice and collective liberation. Appointed to the Oregon House of Representatives in 1991, she served three terms before her election to the State Senate in 1996, where she served until 2009. Throughout her tenure, she advanced police accountability, strengthened mental health services, championed environmental justice, and fought for equitable education. She did not simply speak about change, she delivered it for Oregonians across our state. Education was central to her life's work. She established multicultural curriculum requirements in Oregon schools, served as faculty in Black Studies at Portland State University, and coordinated the Black United Front's Saturday School. She understood education as a pathway to dignity, influence, and opportunity. Senator Gordly's deep love and commitment to our community grounded her work. She saw people, and for Oregon's African American community, that led to a level of mentorship, inspiration and empowerment that was deeply impactful. Her legacy lives on, and Oregon is stronger because of her and her service. May we honor Senator Gordly not only with our words, but with action. May we pursue our goals with determination, speak with authenticity, and seize every opportunity to serve our neighbors with selflessness and courage. Her legacy calls us forward. ____________________”

2026-03-03 · Civil Rights

“Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable organization from Hood River, Oregon: Crag Rats. Since 1926, the Crag Rats have answered the call when Oregonians and visitors find themselves in danger on our mountains and in our gorges. As the Nation's oldest search and rescue organization, they conduct roughly thirty rescue missions each year--bringing climbers, hikers, and adventurers home safely. This volunteer-run nonprofit serves Hood River, Mount Hood, and the Columbia River Gorge with extraordinary skill and courage. Their members train relentlessly. To earn the title of Crag Rat, volunteers must summit Mount Hood and Mount Adams, complete first aid and incident command training, attend meetings consistently, and be voted in by their peers before even becoming probationary members. That standard reflects the seriousness of their mission and the trust our community places in them. As a physician, I understand the urgency of emergency responses. Minutes matter. Preparation matters. Lives depend on steady hands and clear heads. The work of search and rescue is demanding and dangerous, and it requires deep commitment to community. For one hundred years, the Crag Rats have embodied the very best of Oregon--service, resilience, humility, and courage. Their value is measured in missions completed, in families reunited, in tragedies averted, and in the quiet confidence our community feels knowing they stand ready. I thank every volunteer who has given time, strength, and expertise to this extraordinary organization. Mr. Speaker, please join me as I congratulate the Crag Rats on one hundred years of service and honor their enduring commitment to keep Oregon safe. ____________________”

2026-03-03 · Government Reform