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Legislators consider 4% tax on car tires to fund wildlife crossings, rail, public transit
A proposal to impose a 4% tax on the sale of new car tires could send $20 million a year to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
Bill would create $1 billion fund to aid utilities in paying wildfire victims
In a document circulated last fall, Oregon power brokers argue wildfires endanger the entire state’s economic health.
Oregon Gov. Kotek, housing advocates push for more options, fewer regulations
Gov. Tina Kotek has set a goal of building 36,000 new homes a year – nearly double the average number of homes built in Oregon in recent years.
Oregon bill takes aim at ‘epidemic of violence’ around missing and murdered Indigenous people
Supporters of a bill to provide services and victim outreach to address missing and murdered Indigenous women say it’s an important step that moves beyond studying the problem and allocates staff from within the Oregon Health Authority to address the issue.
Lawmakers consider permanent funding for helpline for farmers, loggers and fishermen
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know who works in agriculture, forestry or the fishing industry is struggling, call or text 833-897-2474 for help. Help is also available to everyone through the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. For more…
Oregon Democrats in U.S. House, others warn that firings could mean dire wildfire season
Federal employees not only put out fires, they also manage prevention work, like controlled burns to clear out undergrowth that can fuel catastrophic blazes under dry, windy conditions.
Oregon resumes automatic voter registration, paused for months because of DMV errors
Gov. Tina Kotek decided to resume Oregon's automatic voter registration program after monthly reviews showed no further errors.
Latest Oregon economic forecast shows more money, but federal government leaves future murky
Oregon lawmakers expect to have about $38.2 billion to spend in the state’s next two-year budget. That’s $350 million more than they expected at the last forecast in November.
Oregon’s highway costs are disproportionately paid by truckers
Oregon's highway costs are supposed to be allocated equitably between truckers and cars. It’s not happening.