A three-day event in southern Oregon will feature a variety of workshops and presentations designed to help employers and workers improve on-the-job safety and health. Topics include hazard identification, fall protection, safety committees, confined …
Today, the Oregon College Savings Plan, Oregon’s trusted education savings program, unveiled its new name: Embark. This rebrand follows extensive public feedback and research aimed at creating a name that better represents the diverse educational and …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed Executive Order 25-22 to help make sure the government can respond when Oregonians need help most. The executive order directs the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) to develop a plan to ensure new state buildings …
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is now accepting proposals for a new round of Veteran Services Grant funding aimed at expanding outreach and services available to veterans throughout Oregon’s rural, urban and Tribal communities. The 2025 …
Five years after the devastating 2020 Labor Day wildfires, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is honoring survivors, remembering those who were lost and lifting up the communities that continue to recover. The wildfires impacted 20 Oregon …
On average, Oregon employers will pay less for workers’ compensation coverage in 2026, the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) announced today. The decline in costs marks 13 years of average decreases in the pure premium rate – the …
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued a $1 million civil penalty today to Stella-Jones Corp. for numerous violations of environmental regulations for water quality, hazardous waste, and spill response and cleanup at their wood treating …
Salem, OR – On the five-year anniversary of the 2020 Labor Day wildfires, Gov. Tina Kotek released the following statement: “The 2020 Labor Day fires were an unprecedented disaster that changed how Oregon prepares for wildfire and recovery. Survivors have …
On Labor Day weekend in 2020, Oregon experienced one of the most devastating wildfire events in its history. A series of incidents that tested not only Oregon’s ability to respond, but also our personal and collective preparedness and recovery capacity—as …
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has announced the commitment of $291 million in funding to support the development of 1,171 new affordable homes across the state. This milestone, approved by the Housing Stability Council (HSC), includes …
NEWPORT, Oregon— The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is expected to reopen soon after a $1.8 million exterior restoration. A few weeks ago, crane operators carefully lifted the 11,000-pound lantern to the top of Yaquina Bay Lighthouse as part of the final stages of …
Lisa Udland has joined the Oregon State Treasury as Counsel to the Treasurer, a new role the legislature approved during the last full legislative session. Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said, “As a constitutional officer, my role as Treasurer …
Salem, OR — Roughly 24 hours after the launch of the West Coast Health Alliance, Hawaii is joining California, Oregon, and Washington in a shared commitment to safeguard public health. Together, these states will provide evidence-based immunization …
SALEM, Ore. – Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed September as Preparedness Month in Oregon, underscoring the importance of readiness and resilience across the state. The proclamation serves as a rallying point for the Oregon Department of Emergency Management …
The FBI is seeking information from potential victims as part of a health care fraud investigation against Bene Market Group or any of the companies it operates, one of which the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) issued a cease-and-desist order …
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) recently partnered with the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association (OSSA) Incident Management Team (IMT) and local emergency managers for a multi-day training at the Oregon Department of …
Salem, OR — Governor Tina Kotek today proclaimed September 2025 as Attendance Awareness Month in Oregon to help break down barriers keeping students out of school. Evidence shows students who regularly attend school in September are significantly more …
SALEM, Ore. — Gov. Tina Kotek, through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), has submitted an appeal to President Donald Trump requesting reconsideration of the denial of Individual Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding for …
The Oregon Investment Council (OIC) held its regular meeting this morning at the Oregon State Treasury’s office in Tigard. At the meeting, the Council received a second-quarter performance update for the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (OPERF), …
There is a lot of excitement and trepidation this time of year as students go off to college. As your student heads out on their adventure, be sure to review your insurance policies to give yourself peace of mind and help protect your family from financial …
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