U.S. Senate
Jeff Merkley
U.S. Senator for Oregon
- Party
- Democratic
- Current term
- Jan 3, 2021 – Jan 3, 2027
- Profile updated
- Oct 27, 2026
At a glance
Jeff Merkley represents Oregon in the U.S. Senate. Merkley first took office in this chamber on Jan 6, 2009, and the current term runs to Jan 3, 2027.
Committees: Joint Printing; Appropriations; Environment and Public Works; Foreign Relations; Rules and Administration; the Budget (Ranking Member)
Source: congress-legislators, Biographical Directory of Congress · checked Oct 27, 2026
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