The COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on Oregon households went beyond health; its economic impacts left thousands struggling to make ends meet, including the ability for homeowners to keep making their mortgage payments. Enter the Oregon Homeowner Assistance …
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) was recognized in a national Government Technology Case Study for its excellence in the use of smart technology in rolling out the Summer EBT program. As a result, more than 362,000 children were able to get …
With fireworks sales beginning today, the Oregon State Fire Marshal is reminding people to celebrate the Fourth of July responsibly and legally. The 2025 fireworks retail sales season in Oregon runs from June 23 through July 6, and the agency’s message is …
The Electronic Government Portal Advisory Board (EPAB) will meet at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025. The meeting will take place remotely via the internet on Microsoft Teams and is open to the public. The agenda and handouts will be posted on the …
Statewide, Ore.— The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued nine penalties totaling $808,344 in May for various environmental violations. A detailed list of violations and resulting penalties is at https://ordeq.org/enforcement. Fines ranged …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined federal officials, local leaders, and behavioral health service providers for a grand opening of the Benton County Crisis Center. “This center is a result of our state’s ongoing work for more spaces and places for …
Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency to protect life, safety, and property due to the Rowena Fire that has caused a natural disaster in Wasco County. Beginning June 11, 2025, severe wildfire rolled through Wasco County, primarily in Rowena …
The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing two structural task forces from Lane and Marion counties through Immediate Response to the Upper Applegate Fire in Jackson County. The fire was reported on Wednesday off Upper Applegate Road south of the town of …
Bend, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek convened a roundtable to hear directly from rural Oregon healthcare experts, providers, and food system specialists about the impact of proposed cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP …
Older adults and people with disabilities may qualify for free emergency kits and batteries to stay safe during disasters. Emergencies like wildfires, heat waves and floods can happen at any time. It’s important to be ready. But for many people, it’s hard …
Oregon Housing and Community Services is awarding more than $8.7 million to eligible organizations representing 27 counties to support veterans through down payment assistance and home repair funds. “OHCS holds sacred its promise to service members and …
SALEM, Oregon— This weekend kicks off the official summer camping season, but the work to prepare Oregon’s more than 250 state parks and campgrounds has been going all year long. Behind the scenes, park rangers have moved mountains of sand, cleared …
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and community partners joined together to spotlight the importance of preventing and reporting abuse of older adults in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). This observance serves as a critical …
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Director Fariborz Pakseresht, Deputy Director Liesl Wendt, and Oregon Eligibility Partnership Director Nate Singer, toured three sets of emergency preparedness equipment on the North Oregon Coast — Oceanside, Cape …
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has activated the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) to Level 3 – Regional Response as of 8:00 a.m. on June 17, 2025, in response to increasing wildfire activity across the state. …
Salem, OR — On the evening of June 16, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Alder Springs Fire in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Fire Defense Board chief requested assistance with life, safety, and structural …
Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD, recognized Pride Month and highlighted important financial wellness resources for the LGBTQ+ community. Treasurer Steiner also called for greater public and private efforts to break down barriers to financial …
Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding Oregonians that their votes can decide elections. As of June 17, 2025, the Secretary of State’s office has received notification that more than 25 races from the May 20th special district election are …
The Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has made the final deliveries of new fire engines under its Engine Program, marking a major milestone in the agency’s commitment to modernize equipment and enhancing wildfire response capabilities within the Oregon …
Oregon’s workers’ compensation rates remain among the lowest in the nation, according to an analysis released today by the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS). This reflects the state’s ongoing success in making workplaces safer and …
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