In response to the ongoing homelessness crisis plaguing both urban and rural communities in Oregon, Governor Tina Kotek has taken significant steps to address the
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Oregon to Issue Record $5.6 Billion in “Kicker” Returns to Taxpayers
Oregon’s anticipated kicker fund for the year 2024 shows its value has increased from approximately $3 billion in May 2022 to $5.5 billion a year
Governor Invokes Emergency Conflagration Act for Tyee Ridge Complex Fires
In response to the escalating threat posed by the Tyee Ridge Complex fires, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act, enabling the
Oregon Gas Stations Now Allow Self-Serve Option Statewide
Oregon has officially joined nearly every other state in the US by allowing drivers to pump their own gas. Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill
Governor Kotek Issues Notice of Potential Vetoes
Today, pursuant to Article V, section 15b, of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Tina Kotek provided notice to the Legislature that she is considering vetoes of
2,000 Acre Golden Fire Continues to Threaten Structures
As of Sunday, the Golden Fire continues to wreak havoc on Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) protected land, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lakeview District,
Gov Kotek Invokes Emergency Conflagration Act for Golden Fire
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Golden Fire to allow the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) to mobilize more resources
Gov Kotek Starts Process to Replace Retiring Jackson County Judge
Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Jackson County Justice Court created by the planned resignation
Gov Kotek Declares Drought Emergency for Jackson County
Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency in Jackson County through Executive Order 23-15, and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to
Oregon Scores $689M in Federal Funds for Rural High-Speed Broadband
Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will be allocating $688.9 million to Oregon to help improve access to
Governor Kotek Says Talks with Republicans Reach “Impasse”
Yesterday, Governor Tina Kotek announced that after more than a week of talks with Senate Republican leadership to end their ongoing walkout, negotiations have reached
Oregon National Guard Honors Fallen Service Members in State Ceremonies
Oregon National Guard Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen participated in several Memorial Day community events on May 29, 2023, honoring service members who died for their country
