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THEIR GROUNDBREAKING CONTRIBUTIONS REFLECT A LEGACY OF INNOVATION THAT CONTINUES TO INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS

Brad Avakian

Progressive voice for labor and human rights policies

Oregon House of Representatives Member

Bio


Brad Avakian served as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives from 2003 to 2007 and a member of the Oregon State Senate from 2007 to 2008, when Governor Ted Kulongoski appointed him as commissioner of the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.


Avakian’s tenure in the Oregon Legislature was marked by major achievements benefiting working families and various environmental causes. As chairman of the Environment and Natural Resources Committee, Avakian, a Democrat, was instrumental in promoting the statewide development and growth of renewable energy.

Brad Avakian