Senator Cliff Bentz announces resignation from the Oregon Senate; will devote maximum effort to race for Oregon Congressional District 2

[Salem, OR, November 11, 2019] – Today, State Senator Bentz (R-Ontario) announced his intention to resign from the Oregon State Senate, effective January 2, 2020, in order to dedicate time to his Congressional District 2 campaign.

“It is with considerable sadness that I leave the Oregon Senate. I will truly miss my many friends in the legislature, and the opportunity to represent the wonderful people of Senate District 30 in Salem. I hope to win my race for Oregon’s 2nd Congressional District seat (now held by Congressman Walden) and if successful, I will be able to continue to serve Eastern and Central Oregon in Congress,” said Bentz.

Senate Republican Leader Herman Baertschiger, Jr. (R-Grants Pass) remarked, “Senator Bentz will be missed by all Senate Republicans. I have enjoyed working with him and ruffling some feathers over cap and trade. His work ethic, dedication and passion for Oregon and his constituents will set him up for success as a Congressional Representative. I look forward to working together when he is in Congress.”