Cliff Bentz

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Cliff Bentz

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 12, 1952 (Age: 74)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Cliff Bentz graduated from Regis High School and earned a bachelor's degree before obtaining a J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School. He began his legal career as a law associate and later became a partner at a local firm. Bentz transitioned into public service, gaining legislative experience in both the Oregon House and Senate. His professional background includes a focus on law and public policy, with a clear trajectory from private practice to elected office.

Political Ideas

Cliff Bentz blends a staunch conservative ideology with a pragmatic focus on regional economic interests. He opposes over-regulation, especially in water rights and healthcare, while simultaneously supporting trade agreements that benefit local agriculture. Bentz's advocacy for dam systems and opposition to cap and trade legislation reveals a calculated approach to balancing environmental concerns with economic growth. His rhetoric often emphasizes protecting local livelihoods, suggesting an ideological agility that prioritizes regional benefits over broader national or global considerations.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Oregon House of Representatives 2nd District

Active

(Incumbent)

Oregon House of Representatives 2nd District Republican Primary

76,991 votes (79.70%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon 2nd District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

224,601 votes (63.90%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Energy and Commerce
Natural Resources
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Oregon's 2nd congressional district election

208,369 votes (67.50%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

US House of Representatives Oregon's 2nd congressional district

273,835 votes (59.90%)

Win

US House of Representatives Oregon's 2nd congressional district Republican primary

37,045 votes (31.40%)

Win
2018: Oregon State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Senator 30th district

39,536 votes (71.70%)

Win
2016: Oregon State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Representative 60th district

22,339 votes (98.40%)

Win
2014: Oregon State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Representative 60th district

16,909 votes (82.00%)

Win
2012: Oregon State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Representative 60th district

20,310 votes (98.70%)

Win
2010: Oregon State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Representative 60th district

15,341 votes (98.50%)

Win
2008: Oregon State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Oregon State Representative 60th district

17,443 votes (98.00%)

Win