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Need help with a federal agency? Call us.

August 11, 2025
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If you or your family are having trouble with a federal agency, my team is here to advocate for you. We’ve helped Oregonians across the district get answers, solve problems, and access the benefits they’ve earned. Here are some of the ways we can support you:

HELP WITH VETERANS’ BENEFITS

Assist veterans and survivors in recovering benefits, pensions, payments, discharge papers and more.

HELP WITH INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)

Facilitate communication with the IRS to assist in refunds, amending tax filings and other individual IRS issues.

HELP WITH SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE

Provide information on benefit eligibility, check the status of disability claims, and help with other Social Security and Medicare matters.

HELP WITH IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION

Help expedite qualifying urgent cases, schedule embassy appointments, and track pending petitions. Conduct oversight and request information for individuals detained in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities.

Whether you're trying to access your Social Security check, veterans’ benefits, or a long-overdue tax refund—my team is here to help. Call (503) 231-2300 or visit Dexter.House.Gov/Services/Help-Federal-Agency to learn more.

REMINDER: UPCOMING TELEPHONE TOWN HALL

My next telephone town hall is one week from today, Monday, August 18th at 5:45 pm PT. There are two easy ways to join:

1.Sign up here to receive a call directly from me: https://forms.gle/x3D2nE8t5c3nQoYG8 

2. Stream live at Dexter.House.Gov/Live

This is a chance to ask questions, share what’s on your mind, and hear what I’m working on in Congress. I hope to hear from you then!

Be well,

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Maxine Dexter, M.D.

Member of Congress