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Published on July 24, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Oregon Housing and Community Services and Neighborhood Partnerships announce over $6.5 million in funding for Individual ...

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) and Neighborhood Partnerships (NP) award $6.62 million to help families and individuals save and build assets. The funding was granted to 11 organizations in support the Individual Development Account (IDA) …

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Published on July 24, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Major Disaster Declaration Approved for Oregon Following March Storms

Governor Kotek’s office announced today that FEMA has made federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oregon to support recovery efforts following severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that struck Coos, Curry, and Douglas …

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Published on July 24, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

Governor Kotek Applauds Federal Disaster Declaration for Southern Oregon Flooding

Today, Governor Tina Kotek shared the announcement that President Donald J. Trump granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Oregon which releases federal funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support recovery efforts …

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Published on July 23, 2025 - 20:34 GMT

Oregon's Search and Rescue Canine Teams Deployed to Texas for Disaster Recovery Efforts

In response to an official request through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), Oregon has deployed two highly trained Human Remains Detection (HRD) canine teams to Texas to support ongoing disaster recovery operations. The specialized teams …

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Published on July 23, 2025 - 17:43 GMT

Secretary of State Auditors Find Waste in Preschool Promise Program, Make Recommendations to Serve More Oregon Kids

Auditors with the Secretary of State found $1.4 million in potentially wasteful payments within the Preschool Promise Program, Secretary of State Tobias Read announced today. “As a dad, I know quality child care is hard to find, much less afford, which is …

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Published on July 22, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Governor Kotek Calls for Special Session to Address Transportation System Emergency

Salem, OR — Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is using her constitutional authority to call a special session of the Oregon Legislature to begin on Friday, August 29, 2025, for lawmakers to take up legislation to pay for basic road maintenance …

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Published on July 22, 2025 - 18:11 GMT

Governor Kotek Tours Genentech’s Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Hillsboro

Last Thursday, Governor Tina Kotek toured the Hillsboro Innovative Therapies (HIT) facility with Genentech Chief Executive Officer, Ashley Magargee. She also attended a working lunch with the Genentech Hillsboro Campus Leadership team. Genentech’s HIT …

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Published on July 22, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

Governor Kotek Signs Landmark Microgrid Legislation into State Law

Salem, OR — Last Thursday, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bills 2065 and 2066 into law, two pieces of landmark legislation which aim to increase and expedite access to microgrids across urban, suburban, and rural Oregon communities. “Microgrid technology …

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Published on July 21, 2025 - 23:31 GMT

Oregon National Guard's 41st IBCT Returns Home After Successful Kosovo Deployment

CLACKAMAS, Ore. - Soldiers from the Oregon Army National Guard's 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) returned home July 19, 2025, following a successful year-long deployment to Kosovo as part of the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) mission. The …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Smoke and Wildfires Impacting Road Safety Across Oregon

SALEM, Ore. – As wildfires continue to impact parts of Oregon, Governor Tina Kotek has declared a State of Emergency, effective July 16, 2025, through December 31, 2025. Travelers are urged to use extra caution on the roads and know the conditions in the …

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Published on July 17, 2025 - 22:13 GMT

Governor Kotek Signs Bill to Support Rangeland Fire Protection Associations

Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 3349, which authorizes the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) to donate or sell depreciated firefighting assets to Rangeland Fire Protection Associations (RFPAs) that play a vital role in local fire management …

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Published on July 17, 2025 - 19:08 GMT

Oregon State Treasury Announces Hiring of New Director of Private Market Investments

The Oregon State Treasury announced today the hiring of Tad Fergusson, CFA, as Director of Private Market investments. Fergusson will start at Treasury in his new role on July 28. Fergusson joins Treasury with nearly three decades of experience in …

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Published on July 17, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Oregon Legislature approves major housing investments for 2025-27 biennium

The 2025 Oregon Legislative Session concluded on June 27, delivering significant investments in the state’s housing and homelessness efforts. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is grateful for key legislation passed that will bring much-needed …

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Published on July 17, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Donations After Disaster: Why Monetary Donations Are Best

In the aftermath of a disaster, Oregonians often ask, “How can I help?” While offers of donated goods like clothing, food, and household items are heartfelt, they can create serious logistical challenges for emergency responders and community organizations …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

Governor Kotek Declares State of Emergency Due to Imminent Threat of Wildfire

Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency due to the imminent threat of wildfire beginning on July 16, 2025, lasting through the calendar year. “Oregon is already experiencing a devastating wildfire season that will have lasting …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 17:37 GMT

Registration Now Open for 2025 Oregon Women Veterans Conference

Registration is now open for the 2025 Oregon Women Veterans Conference, the state’s largest gathering dedicated to honoring and supporting women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The biennial event, hosted by the Oregon Department of Veterans’ …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 02:52 GMT

Governor Kotek Invokes Conflagration Act for the Cram Fire

Salem, OR — On the afternoon of July 14, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Cram Fire in Jefferson and Wasco counties. The Jefferson County Commission requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 02:52 GMT

Oregon Heritage Commission to meet July 27-28 in St. Helens, Rainier and online

The Oregon Heritage Commission will meet July 27 in downtown St. Helens for tours and July 28 at the Rainier Historical Museum and online for the Business Meeting. The agenda for the business meeting includes: A presentation by a member of the Made by Us …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 02:51 GMT

Farm season is rolling — are you ready to share the road?

From July through September, Oregon’s rural roads and highways become busier with more than just regular traffic—they’re filled with tractors, combines, and other slow-moving farm equipment essential to the state’s agricultural economy. The Oregon …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 02:51 GMT

State Chief Information Officer Announces Agreement with InnovateUS to Provide Training to State Employees on Responsible Use of ...

Enterprise Information Services (EIS) has partnered with InnovateUS to launch a series of courses to train state of Oregon employees on the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) as part of our commitment to building an informed and …

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