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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, representing Oregon's 6th District since 2023, shared insights and updates through a series of tweets on November 22 and 23, 2024. Her communications covered meetings with local leaders, the impact of natural disasters on agriculture, and efforts to address wildfire challenges.

On November 22, Salinas expressed her gratitude for a meeting with Woodburn Mayor Frank Lonergan and other city leaders in Washington D.C., where they discussed issues affecting local residents. She appreciated the visit and the gift she received. "It was a pleasure meeting with Woodburn Mayor Frank Lonergan & city leaders in my DC office to talk about issues impacting residents."

Later that day, Salinas highlighted the importance of specialty crops to Oregon’s economy and addressed concerns about natural disasters such as ice storms and wildfires threatening agricultural success. She emphasized her commitment to securing funding for small family farms through legislative support. "Specialty crops are vital to Oregon’s economy, but disasters like ice storms & wildfires are threatening growers' long-term success."

On November 23, Salinas participated in a bipartisan roundtable discussion with Forest Service Chief Randy Moore regarding wildfire management following an intense fire season. She stressed the need for increased resources to aid communities in prevention, combatting fires, and rebuilding efforts. "I recently attended a bipartisan roundtable with @ForestService Chief Randy Moore about wildfires."