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Published on February 6, 2026 - 21:43 GMT

Free tax filing help is available – and you could get money back – it’s an Oregon Kicker tax year – and other credits – if you ...

The nation’s 2026 tax filing season is officially open. Taxpayers have until Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to file their 2025 tax returns and free help is available. Filing your taxes could mean you could get money back – even if you don’t have to file or don …

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Published on February 6, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Behavioral Health Workforce Grant Awardees

Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing $4 million in grants to organizations to help retain and recruit behavioral health providers in high-need communities across Oregon. The funding is from …

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Published on February 6, 2026 - 01:47 GMT

Governor Kotek, Oregon Mayors Call for Immediate Halt to Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions

Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek and over 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Tom Homan, President Trump's Border Czar demanding an immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions …

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Published on February 5, 2026 - 22:41 GMT

Opening Reception Recap: Letitia Carson — An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom

The opening reception for Letitia Carson: An Enduring Spirit of Hope and Freedom on Monday evening, February 2, was a wonderful celebration of history, community, and shared commitment. From 5:30–7:30 p.m., community members, partners, and state agency …

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Published on February 5, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

EITC could mean thousands more in cash refunds for eligible Oregonians

A single parent of two young children earning $24,000 in Oregon could receive over $12,000 as a cash refund if they claim the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the federal Child Tax Credit, the Oregon Earned Income Credit (EIC), and the Oregon Kids …

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Published on February 5, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

Oregon Department of Emergency Management Promotes Flood Preparedness at OMSI Event

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) will join the Oregon Chapter of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) on Monday, Feb. 23, at OMSI’s Empirical Theater in Portland for an event commemorating the historic 1996 floods that impacted …

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Published on February 5, 2026 - 01:18 GMT

Navitas Organics Voluntarily Recalls Select Lots of 8oz Organic Chia Seeds Because of Possible Health Risk

Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible Salmonella contamination. This recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure following a recall initiated by the company’s chia seed supplier. …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 17:10 GMT

DAS Office of Economic Analysis Presents Q1 March Economic Outlook and Revenue Forecast

The Department of Administrative Services Office of Economic Analysis State Chief Economist Carl Riccadonna and Senior Economist Michael Kennedy presented the latest economic outlook and revenue forecast to the legislative committee on finance and revenue …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 15:55 GMT

State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation to Meet Virtually on February 19-20, 2026

The State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) will meet via Zoom on February 19 and 20, 2026, to consider proposed nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed to …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 01:31 GMT

First Lady Testifies on Bill to Cut Red Tape for Behavioral Health Workers

First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson, chair of the Governor’s Behavioral Health Talent Council, joined members of the council and community providers to testify today before the House Committee on Behavioral Health in support of Governor Kotek’s House Bill 4083, …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 01:31 GMT

Governor Kotek Testifies in Support of More Housing for Seniors

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek testified before the House Committee on Housing and Homelessness in support of House Bill 4082, the Governor’s bill to produce more affordable housing for Oregonians aged 55 and older and improve access to …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Oregon secures federal funding for further groundwater study in Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management Area

SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Water Resources Department will be able to further study groundwater nitrate pollution in the Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management Area (LUBGWMA) thanks to $2.6 million in federal funding recently announced by U.S. Sens. …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Flowering cherry tree landscaping set for Feb. 3-6 in the North Mall at State Capitol State Park

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will replace five Akebono flowering cherry trees from State Capitol State Park during the week of February 3, 2026, as part of a long-term tree management plan. Five new Akebono cherry trees will be planted …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 00:27 GMT

Secretary of State Adopts Final Administrative Rules for Oregon Motor Voter Program

Today, the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office adopted updated, final administrative rules for the Oregon Motor Voter (OMV) program, the state’s automatic voter registration system administered through the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Driver and …

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Published on February 2, 2026 - 17:55 GMT

Oregon Insurance Commissioner TK Keen receives key NAIC committee assignments for 2026

Oregon Insurance Commissioner TK Keen has been appointed to several key National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) committees and task forces for 2026, keeping Oregon at the forefront of national insurance policy and consumer protection work. …

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Published on February 2, 2026 - 15:32 GMT

Governor Kotek Joins Eugene-Springfield Leaders United in Support of Peaceful Protest

Today, Governor Tina Kotek and Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson stood alongside Eugene-Springfield leaders united in their support for peaceful protest. The Governor Kotek said: “Peaceful, lawful expression of frustration and dissent is important right now. I …

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Published on January 31, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

UPDATE: Direct File Oregon updated to calculate Oregon Kids Credit correctly

Direct File Oregon has been updated and is available to correctly calculate eligibility and credit amounts for taxpayers claiming the Oregon Kids Credit and one or more of the new federal tax deductions for overtime wages, tips, and new car loan interest, …

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Published on January 30, 2026 - 18:34 GMT

‘Safety Break’ encourages Oregon employers, workers to stand down May 13

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) urges employers and workers across industries to join Oregon's annual Safety Break event for a celebration of the importance of creating and maintaining safe and healthy working …

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Published on January 30, 2026 - 18:33 GMT

State of Oregon releases first annual progress report for LUBGWMA Nitrate Reduction Plan

SALEM, OR – The State of Oregon released today the first annual progress report for the Nitrate Reduction Plan for the Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management Area, or LUBGWMA. The plan outlines the state’s key strategies to reduce groundwater nitrate …

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Published on January 30, 2026 - 17:17 GMT

DFR fines LoanMart $660,000 for charging excessive interest in consumer loans; company to repay $900,000 to Oregon borrowers

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) issued a cease-and-desist order against Wheels Financial Group LLC, doing business as LoanMart, for facilitating consumer finance loans that exceed the 36 percent interest rate cap under Oregon law. The …

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