The legislation would extend eviction timelines and require new housing goals for cities.
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Farmers pack legislative hearing on bill that would halt new large animal operations
Testimony from farmers, environmental advocates and industry reveal deeper concerns about the future of farming in Oregon.
Oregon lawmakers share details of $200 million housing package
AT THE CAPITOL: Funding for shelters, to help families keep their homes by avoiding eviction, and homeless hep in rural counties are part of a spending package advancing at the Oregon Legislature.
Lawmakers, again, consider allowing self-pumping gas stations statewide
AT THE CAPITOL: A bipartisan bill pending at the Oregon Legislature would allow more self-service gasoline – while mandating attendants in some areas of Oregon.
Lawmakers, environmentalists want state pension fund divested of fossil fuels
AT THE CAPITOL: A proposal from several Democrats and environmentalists would mandate the Oregon state pension fund to divest billions in fossil fuel holdings
U.S. Senate confirms Oregon Black judge and trailblazer to federal bench
The first Black woman to serve on the federal bench, Adrienne Nelson will leave the Oregon Supreme Court, creating a high-profile opening for Gov. Tina Kotek to fill.
OLCC chairman resigns one day after fiery defense of state board in bourbon scandal
Gov. Tina Kotek sought and got the resignation of the chair of the Oregon Liquor Control Commission after an unsteady performance defending the commission’s handling of a scandal over bourbon.
Senate passes bill that’s expected to expand child care options in Oregon
AT THE CAPITOL: Child care relief is a big topic at the Legislature. A package clears the Senate that would make it easier to provide child care services.
Legislative proposal seeks to help dental industry recruit and retain sorely needed staff
AT THE CAPITOL: A House bill would put $20 million toward programs to attract dental assistants and hygienists in Oregon.
State-funded rail project in Malheur County comes up short, asks contractors to hold bills
Project managers in a recent meeting that the Treasure Valley Reload Center in Nyssa is so far over budget that contractors are “talked into” not submitting invoices. They expect to ask state legislators for another $5 million on top of $30 million already committed by the state.