Peter DeFazio

Former U.S. Representative (D-OR)

United States Congress

Peter DeFazio served as the U.S. Representative for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District from 1987 to 2023, making him the longest-serving member of Congress in Oregon history. A Democrat, he was widely known for his leadership on transportation, infrastructure, the environment, and progressive policy issues, and he chaired the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Prior to Congress, he served in local government in Lane County, Oregon, and he is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

Sessions

General Session Lunch

Featuring Steve Hall, Jessica Baker Daily, Mike Orth, John Henderson, Bill Shuster, Peter DeFazio, Nando Gomez, Matt Reiffer, Jordan Baugh, Sean McMaster, Jonathan Martin at 11:45 AM on Monday, May 4th.

The General Session Lunch brings the Convention community together for a dynamic midday gathering that blends insight, perspective, and connection. Attendees will then hear remarks from the Federal Highway Administration Administrator, whose leadership sits at the center of federal transportation policy, infrastructure investment, and program delivery nationwide. As the agency responsible for shaping and implementing…

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