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Campaign Finance (2026)
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About
Janelle Bynum is a Democratic U.S. Representative from Oregon's 5th District and the first black member of Congress from Oregon.
Background
Janelle Bynum was born on January 31, 1975, and previously worked for General Motors. In 2002, she moved to Clackamas County, Oregon, to assist her mother-in-law in managing a McDonald's franchise. Before entering elected office, she established herself as a businesswoman operating local franchises.
Political career
Janelle Bynum began her political career in the Oregon House of Representatives, where she served from 2017 to 2025 representing the state's 51st and 39th districts. A member of the Democratic Party, she was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2024 after defeating the incumbent in Oregon's 5th district. She has served as a U.S. representative since 2025 and is the first black member of Congress from Oregon.
Current focus
Bynum, Janelle S. represents the 5th congressional district of OR in the U.S. House. Bynum, Janelle S. currently serves on the Capital Markets, the House Committee on Financial Services, and the Housing and Insurance. They have sponsored 20 bills in the current House, including H.J.Res. 182; H.J.Res. 183; H.R. 8041.
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Legislative Activity
20
Bills Sponsored
10
Recent Votes