Aspiring homeowners looking to take their first steps into the real estate market now have greater access to a key tool that can help make their dreams of home ownership more affordable. Legislative changes to the state’s First-Time Home Buyer Savings …
Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that President Joe Biden approved federal disaster assistance for the state of Oregon to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the 2024 wildfires. The declaration comes after Governor Kotek …
The Oregon State Treasury has released the first annual progress report on its Net Zero Plan, an initiative rolled out in early 2024 by Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read that aims to transition the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (OPERF) to a net …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff, pursuant to a Presidential Proclamation as a mark of respect for the memory of President Jimmy Carter. The flag should be flown at half-staff from December 30 …
As we reflect on 2024, we are inspired by the dedication of our staff, partners, providers, and communities who worked together to support the well-being of more than 1.5 million people in Oregon. This year, we put a special focus on connecting more deeply …
SALEM, Oregon— Whether you prefer a sunset hike along the coast or a paved wooded trail inside city limits, First Day Hikes has a hike for you on New Year’s Day, Wednesday Jan. 1. Rangers and volunteers will lead guided First Day Hikes at 30 parks around …
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is alerting pet owners that samples of Morasch Meat’s Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Turkey Recipe raw & frozen pet food tested positive for a H5N1 strain of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus. …
The holiday season is a time for connection, reflection, and caring for our loved ones. As families and friends gather, it’s an opportunity to check in with one another and have meaningful conversations about topics that matter. At the Oregon Department of …
On April 30, 2024, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) revoked the money transmitter license of BAM Trading Services Inc., dba Binance.us, a cryptocurrency exchange. The revocation followed felony convictions of Changpeng Zhao, the majority …
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has been awarded $13.75 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) Main grant. This grant will fund two …
SALEM, OR – December 20, 2024 – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) invites all Oregonians to participate in shaping the future of emergency management across the state. On February 11, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., OEM is hosting …
Statewide, Ore.— The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued nine penalties totaling $104,567 in November for various environmental violations. A detailed list of violations and resulting penalties is at https://ordeq.org/enforcement. Fines …
Yesterday, Governor Kotek signed Executive Order 24-31 (EO 24-31) to improve timeliness, lower costs, invest in high-skilled workers, and increase the quality of state construction projects in Oregon through the use of project labor agreements (PLAs). “ …
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is offering grants for up to $400,000 in matching funds for downtown revitalization efforts in communities participating in the Oregon Main Street Network. The Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant funds may …
Oregon is taking a significant step forward in enhancing its emergency response capabilities through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between OregonServes and the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC). This strategic …
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announces its first economic revitalization awards via the Planning, Infrastructure, and Economic Revitalization (PIER) program, which is part of the ReOregon effort to help areas hardest hit by the 2020 Labor …
The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) has fined a Newberg contractor $135,407 for repeatedly violating requirements to protect its employees from work-related hazards. In one of the violations, View Top Construction LLC did not …
It’s like a scene out of one of those heart-warming holiday movies – a young child wakes up on Christmas morning and runs into the living room. There, parked next to the Christmas tree, is a brand new, shiny bicycle with a big red bow. More than 50 …
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) hired consultant Alvarez and Marsal (A&M) to conduct an independent, external assessment of the agency’s unit that licenses and regulates long-term care providers serving older adults and people with …
In her capacity as a member of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), Oregon Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 NASS Medallion Awards to an incredibly committed group of dedicated …
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