Tag Archives: 2023 Legislative Session

Oregon Governor Resets 2020 Wildfire Property Tax Rebuilds

Thousands of Oregonians had a shock when they received their new property tax bills after rebuilding their homes lost in the wildfires. The bills reflected taxation based on the new value of the rebuilds which, in some cases, were three times more than homeowners paid prior to the devastating 2020 event. The new bill resets […]
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Oregon Ag crisis helpline now open

A crisis helpline dedicated to serving Oregon’s agricultural and forestry communities is now open. The Oregon Agristress Helpline – 833-897-2474 – is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by call or text. The voice line can be accessed in up to 160 languages with the help of interpreters, and the text line […]
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New I-5 bridge renderings show three possible designs

The project to replace the I-5 bridge connecting Oregon and Washington released new renderings for a future structure estimated to cost $6 billion. The renderings were presented to the project’s executive steering committee this week and show the three configurations being considered for the bridge: single-level, double-level and moveable span. Request full-text (for State Agency […]
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Oregon to consider bill making Pacific Standard Time permanent

Joining a coalition of western states, Oregon is set to consider a bill that would make Pacific Standard Time permanent amid calls to end Daylight Saving Time. Oregon state Sen. Kim Thatcher of Keizer announced plans to introduce Senate Bill 1548 when the state’s legislative session begins on Feb. 5. The bill comes after Oregon, […]
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The new Oregon laws taking effect in 2024

New laws including four that address the fentanyl crisis and addiction in Oregon are taking effect next week at the start of a new calendar year.Here is the list of the bills taking effect Monday. Source: The new Oregon laws taking effect in 2024 | KATU

New Oregon laws on opioids, theft, wildfire insurance and more coming in the new year

Like most states in the country Oregon will see dozens of new laws take effect on Jan. 1, 2024. Some notable bills passed by the Oregon Legislature and signed into law by Governor Tina Kotek include measures to address the ongoing opioid epidemic, reduce retail theft and provide insurance protections from wildfire damage to homes. […]
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New Oregon laws addressing housing, addiction take effect Jan. 1

Despite a historic Republican walkout, lawmakers passed more than 650 bills this year. Many taking effect New Year’s Day focus on the crisis on our streets. This year homelessness, drug addiction and mental health were among the top priorities for Oregon lawmakers. Come Jan. 1, a handful of new laws addressing those issues will go […]
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Best stories of year for 2023

Newspapers everywhere have a longstanding tradition of publishing year-end retrospectives of the the top stories of the year. This year, the staff of the Portland Tribune chose to do things a little differently. Instead of a typical refresher on the year’s biggest headlines, we asked each reporter to look back over the last 12 months […]
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A year on, much is the same, some things are worse, but some building blocks laid

This year unfurled a roller coaster of developments that swerved and plunged and soared as the state began a new normal after the pandemic with a new governor and a Legislature that stalled, stumbled and finally flashed over the finish line in June. Source: A year on, much is the same, some things are worse, […]
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Oregon Realtors execs on buyer broker agreements, predatory listing practices and more

As 2023 concludes, let’s reflect on recent housing policy wins, missed opportunities, and what still needs to be accomplished to address Oregon’s housing crisis. You may know about interest rates and market prices, but let’s discuss the policy changes achieved and those still needed to improve housing access and affordability for Oregonians. Request full-text (for […]
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