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January 28, 2009
Wu Votes for Oregon Schools, Roads, Renewable Energy
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu released the following statement after the House passed major economic stimulus legislation, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, or H.R. 1: » read more

January 22, 2009
Major Victory for Wu Health IT Workforce Provisions
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu released the following statement after the House Committee on Ways and Means completed their review of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which is being referred to as the economic stimulus legislation: » read more

January 15, 2009
Wu: Stimulus Bill Contains Vital Health IT Workforce Training
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu released the following statement after reviewing the economic stimulus bill language from the House Appropriations Committee: » read more

January 15, 2009
Wu Disappointed in FERC Rejection of Rehearing Requests
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu released the following statement after learning that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rejected requests from Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski and others to grant a rehearing for the proposed Bradwood Landing liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility: » read more

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PROJECT REQUEST FORMS AVAILABLE

The appropriations request forms for FY2010 are now available.  To submit a request for project funding, please complete the FY2010 appropriations form.  If you are requesting funds from the Department of Defense, you must also complete the FY2010 Defense appropriations form.

The deadline for submitting requests is Friday, February 13, 2009.  Please contact Kris Pratt in my Washington, DC office at kris.pratt@mail.house.gov with any questions.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR DISTRESSED HOMEOWNERS

Congressman Wu knows that the current economic crisis is hurting hard-working Oregonians.  If you are one of the many people who are on the brink of foreclosure, or you believe that you may have trouble paying your mortgage in the future, you have the best chance of staying in your home if you act now.  Too often, people facing foreclosure wait too long to seek the professional help necessary to avoid this crisis. 

Congress provides funds to housing counseling agencies throughout the country that help people stay in their homes.  These counseling agencies are approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the service is free.

You can access additional information on avoiding foreclosure, as well as contact information for HUD-approved counseling agencies, at the following websites:

• HUD Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure — Through HUD’s online guide, you can find and contact your local housing agency to determine what free services are available to help you avoid foreclosure.

• Homeowner Preservation Foundation — This nonprofit organization serves as a clearinghouse of national HUD-approved resources to help you avoid foreclosure.

Unfortunately, it is important to note that there are those who prey on people in crisis.  A number of fraudulent foreclosure prevention services and hotlines are attempting to portray their organizations as affiliated with honest efforts.  Seeking help is the most important thing you can do, but be sure to confirm that you are working with a HUD-approved counselor, such as those available via the above websites.

As always, you may call my office at 503-326-2901 for additional help or information.

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