Senator Jeff Merkley comments on the unsuccessful conclusion of global plastics treaty talks, emphasizing the need for stronger agreements.
Quiver AI Summary
Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley issued a statement following the recent conclusion of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on a global plastics treaty in Geneva. He expressed disappointment over the failure to reach a strong agreement, attributing the setback to a coalition of plastic-producing countries and criticizing the U.S. for siding with them under previous administrations.
Merkley emphasized that the lack of agreement represents a significant setback for public health and environmental protection. He called for nations committed to addressing the plastic pollution crisis to unite and pursue effective solutions, reiterating his commitment to advocating for substantial action both domestically and internationally.
In his advocacy, Merkley has previously led congressional efforts to foster legislation addressing plastic pollution and highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive solutions that tackle the environmental impacts of plastic waste.
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Jeff Merkley Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Jeff Merkley is worth $11.0M, as of August 15th, 2025. This is the 95th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
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Jeff Merkley Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Jeff Merkley:
- S.2571: Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act of 2025
- S.2557: Epstein Files Transparency Act
- S.2525: Transnational Repression Policy Act
- S.2519: Medical Debt Relief Act of 2025
- S.2502: Preventing the Forced Return of Uyghurs Act of 2025
- S.2500: Research for Healthy Soils Act
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Jeff Merkley Fundraising
Jeff Merkley recently disclosed $176.9K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 480th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 78.0% came from individual donors.
Merkley disclosed $141.2K of spending. This was the 394th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Merkley disclosed $4.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 51st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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