Category Legislature
Oregon lawmakers look to reshape cap-and-trade program to pay for transportation needs
A small number of Republicans including state Rep. Kevin Mannix, of Salem are working with Democrats on a plan for a market-based emissions reduction program that would pay for transportation projects.
Oregon bill, headed to governor, sets homeownership goals by 2030
Saying homeownership is crucial to building wealth and stability, Oregon lawmakers want more than 30,000 more Oregonians to own homes by 2030. The Oregon Senate on Tuesday in a 23-6 vote passed House Bill 2698, which would create a state goal to increase homeownership rates to…
Oregon House passes bill to prohibit housing discrimination based on immigration status
A bill prohibiting landlords from asking tenants about their immigration status is headed to Gov. Tina Kotek's desk.
Child care providers, parents call on Oregon Legislature to support subsidy program
More than 11,000 Oregon families who qualify for a state child care subsidy are waitlisted due to a lack of funding.
Accusation of cat theft has stymied adoptions at Oregon shelters. Lawmakers want to solve the problem
Salem rescues have faced increasing challenges with stray cats in recent years, but hope a bill headed to the Oregon Senate could address the issue.
Bills to regulate private utilities, curb gas and electric costs for Oregonians at a standstill
Oregon lawmakers are considering at least six bills right now that would limit for what, when and for whom private electric and gas companies can raise rates.
Oregon bill would stop bans on mobile homes
Rep. Pam Marsh, D-Ashland, said her proposal to prevent mobile home bans in planned communities is a step to address Oregon’s housing crisis.
A ban on book bans: Oregon bill would protect access to library materials
Senate Bill 1098 aims to prevent removal of books about protected classes in Oregon.
Oregon bill would implement protections for Uber, Lyft drivers
In 2017, Ahmed Alshamanie went viral for offering karaoke in his car while working for Uber, earning him special recognition from the company. Originally from Iraq, Alshamanie moved to the U.S. in 2013 after working as a taxi driver. He eventually learned English by working…