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Published on March 31, 2025 - 16:34 GMT

McMinnville library tax event will assist eligible taxpayers who may be able to claim thousands in valuable federal and state ...

Low-income Yamhill County taxpayers eligible to claim valuable federal and state tax credits can get assistance filing their tax returns when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit McMinnville April 7. Help using the combination of IRS Direct File …

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Published on March 31, 2025 - 16:34 GMT

Blue Mountain CC library tax filing event will help eligible taxpayers claim valuable federal and state income tax credits

Low-income Pendleton area taxpayers eligible to claim valuable federal and state tax credits can get assistance filing their tax returns when Oregon Department of Revenue visit Blue Mountain Community College April 10. Help using the combination of IRS …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 17:43 GMT

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Always: ODHS services and supports for people with I/DD

Happy Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! This is a time to celebrate people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their many contributions to their communities. As the month comes to a close, this year’s theme from the Oregon …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 23:09 GMT

Governor Kotek's Bill to Safeguard Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters Heard by Lawmakers

Today, members of the Senate Committee on Housing and Development heard testimony for Senate Bill 829. Introduced by Governor Tina Kotek, the bill would provide financial relief for affordable housing and shelter providers at risk of shuttering their …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 16:50 GMT

Could Oregon’s Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Homeowners program be the right fit for you or someone you know?

Most people think of April 15 as Tax Day, the day by which federal and state personal income tax returns need to be filed. But for Oregon disabled and senior homeowners struggling to pay their property taxes, April 15 provides another deadline, and an …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 00:38 GMT

Treatment Capacity Funding Bill Gets Hearing

Salem, OR – Today, a key component of Governor Tina Kotek’s 2025 Behavioral Health Initiative to increase access to mental health and addiction care in Oregon was heard by members of the House Committee on Behavioral Health and Health Care. House Bill 2059 …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 17:32 GMT

Oregon Heritage Released 2024 Oregon Main Street Annual Report

Oregon Heritage just released the 2024 Oregon Main Street Annual report. A copy of the report can be found on the Oregon Main Street website: www.oregonmainstreet.org. The report highlights the collective impact of communities participating in the Main …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:15 GMT

DEQ issues seven penalties in February for environmental violations

Statewide, Ore.— The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued seven penalties totaling $55,340 in February for various environmental violations. A detailed list of violations and resulting penalties is at https://ordeq.org/enforcement. Fines …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:32 GMT

Salem Library tax event will assist eligible taxpayers who may be able to claim thousands in valuable federal and state income tax ...

Low-income Salem area taxpayers eligible to claim valuable federal and state tax credits can get assistance filing their tax returns when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit the Salem Public library April 3. Help using the combination of IRS …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 15:20 GMT

Burns library tax event will assist eligible taxpayers who may be able to claim thousands in valuable federal and state income tax ...

Low-income Harney County taxpayers eligible to claim valuable federal and state tax credits can get assistance filing their tax returns when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit Burns April 2. Help using the combination of IRS Direct File and …

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Published on March 22, 2025 - 00:05 GMT

Protect Your Property: How to File a Flood Insurance Claim and What You Need to Know

As spring rains and seasonal flooding continue to increase the risk of water damage across Oregon, it’s critical for homeowners and renters to understand the process of filing a flood insurance claim and how to protect their financial future. Steps to File …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 22:14 GMT

Oregon Department of Emergency Management Warns of Fraud Risks Following Oregon

Salem, OR—As Oregon communities grapple with the aftermath of devastating flooding and landslides, that Governor Kotek declared a state of emergency, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is urging residents to remain cautious and informed to …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 00:05 GMT

Oregon OSHA confirmed to be acting within its authority on agricultural labor housing safety, health rules

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) acted within its authority when it adopted rules strengthening safety and health requirements for agricultural labor housing (ALH), the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed in …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 16:49 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces State Agency Leadership Changes

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced forthcoming changes in leadership at three state agencies and the opening for a director in a fourth agency following Berri Leslie’s resignation announcement as the director of the Department of …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 15:33 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces State Land Inventory to Facilitate Housing Production

Governor Tina Kotek announced the launch of the Oregon State-Owned or Managed Lands Inventory, a new online tool where the public can find state owned or leased properties which may be suitable for housing development. The tool was among the Governor’s …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Governor Kotek Declares Emergency Due to Flooding in Southern Oregon

Salem, OR — On March 18, Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency due to flooding and landslides from February 24 through March 18, 2025. “When emergencies hit, Oregon families and businesses need to know we have their back in every part of the …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 15:39 GMT

Filing a return could net thousands in tax credits for low-income families

Oregon’s newest refundable personal income tax credit put more than $39 million into the pockets of low-income families in its first year in 2024. The Oregon Kids Credit, created by the Legislature in 2023, is a refundable credit for low-income people with …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 22:36 GMT

Oregon Emergency Coordination Center Activates to Level 3 in Response to Flooding

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has activated the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) to Level 3 (Regional Response) in response to widespread flooding impacting parts of western Oregon. Heavy rain has caused flooding of small …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Taxpayers filing their own returns can get free help using IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon at Tualatin Public Library March ...

Tualatin taxpayers filing their own 2024 income tax returns can get free assistance using the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit the Tualatin Public Library March 19. The IRS …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 16:38 GMT

Northwest Digital Heritage reaches one million digital records of cultural heritage collections available to view online

People around Oregon and the world now have free access to search over one million digitized photographs, letters, documents, and more from around the Pacific Northwest. These historic and cultural materials are available in Northwest Digital Heritage, a …

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