Colby Riley, Navy vet, runs for House #50

Retired Navy Veteran and Community Leader Colby Riley Announces Candidacy for Oregon State Representative, House District 50
By Colby Riley campaign,

GRESHAM, OR – Colby Riley (R), a retired U.S. Navy veteran and current Board Member of the Rockwood Water People’s Utility District, officially announces his candidacy for Oregon State Representative in House District 50. Riley is stepping forward to offer strong leadership focused on reducing crime, addressing homelessness, and building a business-friendly Oregon.

“With decades of service in the Navy and years of hands-on community leadership, I’ve seen what real service looks like — and I believe it’s time to bring that same commitment to Salem,” said Riley. “House District 50 needs a representative who will prioritize public safety, restore accountability in our institutions, and create an Oregon where businesses and working families can thrive.”

Riley’s campaign centers on three key priorities:

Reducing Cost-of-Living by Fostering a Business-Friendly Environment: Oregon is expensive because of bad policies. There has to be a change in the climate where our small and medium sized businesses are praised in the community not vilified and taxed.

Reducing Crime and Restoring Public Safety: There has to be a point in which criminals go to jail and our streets are safer for our kids. East County used to be a shinning example of great communities, Riley will work to restore that.

Addressing Homelessness with Accountability and Compassion: He supports solutions that include mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and pathways to employment — while also ensuring public spaces remain safe and clean.

Colby Riley’s lifelong dedication to service, from defending the nation to serving on the Board of Directors at Rockwood Water PUD, reflects a deep commitment to the people of Oregon. As a pragmatic conservative candidate, he pledges to bring common-sense leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a strong voice for working families to the State Capitol.

“The community of Gresham deserves a leader who will focus on solutions — not identity politics,” said Riley. “Voters in this district are tired of partisan games and empty promises. It’s time for honest leadership that puts Oregonians at the forefront to get us back on track.”