Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy for the Union County Justice Court created by the upcoming resignation of Judge Rick Dall. The Governor thanked Judge Dall for his dedicated judicial service and …
Portland, OR – This week, an Oregon delegation will depart for a trade mission to South Korea and Japan to promote the state’s economic strengths, deepen cultural ties, and expand opportunities for trade, investment, and tourism. “Oregon’s prosperity is …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed Executive Order 25-26 to prioritize and increase the pace and scale of adoption of climate resilient strategies into existing state programs to deliver benefits for communities and ecosystems. “Oregon's forests, …
For two Medford students, a dream of becoming cosmetologists is becoming a reality—thanks to a partnership among Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), South Medford High School and Imani Institute of Cosmetology. Kayla and Alayna, students at South Medford High …
The Oregon Investment Council (OIC) held its regular meeting on October 22, where Council members advanced several key initiatives to strengthen the state’s investment strategies and align with new legislative mandates, including the recently passed …
Medicare Open Enrollment for 2026 plans began Oct. 15 and remains open through Dec. 7, 2025. This is the time when people with Medicare can review their current coverage and make changes for the upcoming year. Medicare beneficiaries who would like to …
In a public letter, Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD, highlighted four investment principles she believes should guide Oregon’s investment strategy and the state Treasury’s reductions in private equity investments. She sent the letter to members of …
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued two bulletins encouraging insurance companies, health care service contractors, state-regulated financial institutions, and other entities providing financial products to take measures to help …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek, Attorney General Dan Rayfield, and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson issued a response to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that the Trump Administration can deploy National Guard troops to Oregon in a 2 to 1 decision. Governor …
Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD condemned the administration’s decision to stop Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown. The administration has notified states that SNAP benefits will not be paid to …
Bend, OR – On Saturday morning, Governor Tina Kotek attended a phone bank hosted by Silver Rail Elementary School, the Bend-La Pine School District, and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to encourage regular school attendance. She was joined by ODE …
SALEM, Oregon— A new Rule Advisory Committee (RAC) will review drone use in state parks, discuss goals for safe and responsible operation and begin providing feedback on draft proposed rules for drone takeoff and landing at Oregon State Parks and the ocean …
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), along with several other states, announced today that the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California has entered a final judgment imposing about $25.6 million in restitution and an equal …
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) began mailing notices Oct. 15, 2025, to people in Oregon who applied for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits between July 4 through Sept. 30, 2025, and whose food benefits will …
Salem, OR — Today, the Plan for a Resilient Oregon (PRO), a resilience strategy under development by the Office of Governor Kotek, hosted the inaugural meeting of the Statewide Resilience Forum. The PRO will inform the work of Executive Branch agencies and …
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a time to strengthen our digital defenses and build a safer, more resilient Oregon. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) joins partners across the nation in recognizing Cybersecurity Awareness Month …
It’s a high-octane ride through deadlines, federal updates, and program rollouts—gears shifting fast, communication systems humming, and every segment more than meets the eye. This week: Deadline: ODHS (05:56) and FACT of the Week (16:07) Ready, Staffer …
Gov. Tina Kotek has officially proclaimed Oct. 20-24, 2025 as Community Bank Week in Oregon, recognizing the vital role community banks play in supporting families, small businesses, and communities across the state. “For well over a century, community …
Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek and Oregon Housing Community Services (OHCS) announced that Oregon has rehoused 5,539 households since the Governor’s administration launched an aggressive response to the state's homelessness crisis when she …
The deadline to register to vote for the upcoming November 4, 2025, Special Election is Tuesday, October 14, 2025. “Every election counts, especially right now,” said Secretary of State Tobias Read. “This is how we hold government accountable to the people …
