The executive order would have allowed the U.S. Postal Service to deny ballots to voters not on the federal government’s list Today, in yet another a win for Oregon voters, a federal court blocked President Trump’s March 2026 executive order restricting …
Salem, OR – This week, Governor Tina Kotek traveled to San Diego to attend the BIO International Convention (BIO), the world’s largest biotechnology gathering, where she spoke on two panels to showcase Oregon’s strengths and met with life sciences …
HealthCare.gov has opened a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for people who were enrolled in an Innovative Partners or American Collective health plan at any time during 2026, even if the plan has already been canceled. The Federal Trade Commission filed a …
A federal judge permanently blocked key parts of an executive order that would have made voting more difficult for eligible citizens Today, in a victory for the rights of people to hold politicians accountable through elections, a federal judge permanently …
The Oregon Judicial Department is pleased to announce the Honorable Debra K. Vogt will serve as the judicial branch’s first Ombudsman. The Office of the Ombudsman will be a new office within OJD as set out by House Bill 2712 (2025). The office will receive …
Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek announced today that, in close consultation and coordination with the Oregon Department of Justice, the state has reached a settlement in Maney v. State of Oregon, which includes two class actions regarding Adults in Custody …
Kayla Blessing, an Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Community Partnership Coordinator, wanted to create more equity and inclusion for the people who come into the St. Helens office. So, Blessing connected with PFLAG, an organization dedicated to …
The Oregon State Treasury successfully completed two General Obligation (GO) bond sales this month through its Buy Oregon Bonds Program, providing $745.4 million for statewide projects, programs, and veterans housing assistance programs. The two completed …
Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency in Josephine and Wasco counties through Executive Order 26-11 and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance. The Executive Order is available here. This marks the fifth …
Local, state and federal leaders converged recently to better prepare for the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami, which is expected to affect Oregon, Washington, California and British Columbia, Canada. More than 50 leaders and staff from …
With more than 160 workshops and sessions, the Oregon Governor’s Occupational Safety and Health (GOSH) Conference will be held March 1-4, 2027, at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. The event provides knowledge, training, and tools across industries …
Salem, Ore – The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) awards $400,000 to the State Library of Oregon's annual Ready to Read grant program. Libraries across Oregon are expected to receive a total of over $1.3 million in 2027, a record-breaking …
On June 15, the Intermountain and Pacific Northwest Public Private Partnership Advisory Committee (IPAC) held its quarterly meeting, bringing together representatives from key private‑sector industries and multi‑state Public Private Partnership Program …
Gresham, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson joined legislators and community partners to commemorate the signing of House Bill 4022 at an event at Multnomah County’s new East County Library in Gresham. The bill codifies the …
SALEM, Ore. – Stewardship Development, Klamath Housing Authority (KHA), and Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) are partnering to celebrate a new 100% affordable housing development in Klamath Falls. The grand opening of Mountainview Townhomes …
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) selected five projects through the Factory-Produced Housing Initiative to support the construction of 117 affordable rental and for-sale homes for Oregonians throughout the state. The initiative, created out of …
The International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions (IAIABC) has recognized Oregon Small Business Ombudsman Caitlin Breitbach as one of seven recipients of its 2026 NextGen Awards. IAIABC is a not-for-profit association representing …
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) issued a cease-and-desist order against ClearShare Health (ClearShare) on April 24 after it was revealed the company were operating as a business of insurance without obtaining a certificate of authority, …
Salem, OR – A new analysis of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) estimates of homelessness finds Oregon has made significant progress in reducing unsheltered homelessness. “For too long, Oregonians watched homelessness grow and wondered …
Salem, Ore – Oregon’s Reference Coordinating Council will meet virtually 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. This is a public meeting; those who would like to attend should contact Jessica Sokoloff at jessica.sokoloff@slo.oregon.gov. See …
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