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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, representing Oregon's 6th District since 2023, recently shared her thoughts on various topics through a series of tweets. Born in San Mateo, California, and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, Salinas has been an active political figure since serving in the Oregon House of Representatives from 2017 to 2023.

On January 30, 2025, Congresswoman Salinas marked the anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act with a statement about continuing efforts for equal pay. She tweeted: "Today is the anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act! We’ve still got work to do, and I will keep fighting with my @DemWomenCaucus colleagues to ensure that every American receives the fair and equal pay they deserve."

Later that day, Salinas expressed her condolences regarding a tragic event in Washington, D.C. In her tweet at 18:26 UTC, she wrote: "My heart is breaking for the victims and families affected by the crash in Washington, DC. There are no words to describe such an awful tragedy. I am praying for all those who are mourning loved ones and grateful for the efforts of first responders."

Salinas also visited a local healthcare facility on January 30. She reported her visit to the Oregon Clinic Endoscopy Center in Newberg via Twitter at 20:00 UTC: "I toured the Oregon Clinic Endoscopy Center in #Newberg & learned more about their lifesaving work. I am committed to ensuring that folks have access to affordable, high-quality health care—& centers like this one play a vital role in providing services that our community needs."