Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Press Releases - EIN Presswire

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 - 21:18 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Homelessness Emergency Outcomes in Rural Communities

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced progress on benchmarks for her homelessness emergency response led by local planning groups in rural Oregon, referred to as the Balance of State (Rural Oregon Continuum of Care). Rural communities, the …

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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 - 19:15 GMT

Estacada clean water infrastructure project wins EPA award for innovation, backed by DEQ funding

The City of Estacada received a WATERS award Tuesday from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in recognition of its innovative and effective use of its Oregon Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is …

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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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Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:19 GMT

Spring Whale Watch Week returns to the Oregon coast for spring break 2025

OREGON COAST, Oregon— Oregon State Parks will host Spring Whale Watch Week along the Oregon Coast Saturday, March 22 through Sunday, March 30. Trained Oregon State Park volunteers and rangers will be stationed at 14 sites along the Oregon Coast to help …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 23:44 GMT

ODHS expands safety action plan with consultant’s early report on oversight of long-term care

Today, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) released details of its safety action plan for oversight of providers who serve older adults and people with disabilities who live in facilities and adult foster homes. The plan follows the preliminary …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Agriculture Quarterly: Winter 2025

Message from the Director Hello, Oregon agriculture, ODA remains focused on our mission and priorities during this time of uncertainty. Since taking office in January 2025, President Trump has introduced significant changes to federal programs, including …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 16:41 GMT

Improved Where’s My Refund? tool, video offer help for taxpayers

Taxpayers who want to check the status of their Oregon state income tax refund will find more information available this year when they use the Department of Revenue’s Where’s My Refund? tool. For the 2025 tax season, Where’s My Refund? has been upgraded …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 16:41 GMT

Respect nesting areas to protect threatened snowy plover March 15 - Sept. 15

Corvallis, Ore., March 13, 2025 – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Siuslaw National Forest remind visitors to the Oregon coast that it is plover nesting season — beachgoers can help recovery efforts for the threatened western snowy plover …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 23:55 GMT

Oregon gets approval to extend deadline for SNAP replacement benefits after February storm

Oregon has received approval from the U.S Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) to extend the 10 day deadline for households to report food losses and request replacement benefits from the February 24, 2025, storm. The waiver allows …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 23:55 GMT

Gender equity leaders gather from across the state to celebrate 40th anniversary of the Women of Achievement Awards

On an uncharacteristically sunny March Day last week, gender equity leaders from across the state gathered to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Women of Achievement Awards, hosted by the Oregon Commission for Women (OCFW). Marking its 40th anniversary …

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