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Published on June 5, 2026 - 22:02 GMT

Governor Kotek Signs Proclamation Returning Civil Legal Jurisdiction to the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek has signed a proclamation to return sole legal jurisdiction in civil matters on the Umatilla Indian Reservation (UIR) to the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR). A link to the proclamation can be …

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Published on June 5, 2026 - 18:22 GMT

State, Federal and Local Leaders Have Concluded a Senior Leadership Seminar on Cascadia Preparedness

Portland, Ore. — Leadership from the U.S. Navy, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), the Governor’s Office, the Oregon Department of Human Services Office of Resilience and Emergency Management (OREM), and the Port of Portland attended the …

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Published on June 5, 2026 - 16:40 GMT

Eligible families receive Summer EBT food benefits starting June 5

Oregon Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) will be issued to families who are automatically eligible beginning today, June 5, 2026. Summer EBT is a food benefits program that helps address hunger in Oregon when children are on summer break and …

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Published on June 4, 2026 - 21:24 GMT

New law protects consumers from predatory high-interest loans

A new law going into effect June 5, House Bill (HB) 4116 (2026), closes a loophole that allowed internet lenders to charge interest rates in excess of Oregon’s limit of 36 percent for consumer finance loans. Consumer finance loans are unsecured small …

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Published on June 4, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

USDA Confirms the First Case of New World Screwworm in Texas

On June 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the detection of New World Screwworm (NWS) in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas. This is the first detection of NWS in the …

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Published on June 4, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

Federal Disaster Declaration Expanded to Include Clatsop and Wasco Counties

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) announced today that Clatsop and Wasco counties have been officially added to the federal major disaster declaration for the December 15–21, 2025 flooding and severe storms, DR-4907-OR. The two counties …

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Published on June 4, 2026 - 17:31 GMT

OPRD public comment and hearing on proposed Land and Water Conservation Fund grant rules

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking public comment and will hold a hearing on proposed updates to the Land and Water Conservation Fund grant rules. The federally funded grant program, administered by OPRD, provides financial …

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Published on June 4, 2026 - 01:08 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Updated Behavioral Health Agreements for All 36 Oregon Counties

Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek, the Association of Oregon Counties (AOC), and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) today announced that all 36 Oregon counties have executed updated County Financial Assistance Agreements (CFAAs), marking a critical milestone …

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Published on June 3, 2026 - 04:03 GMT

Champion Foods Recalls Some Batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Because of Possible Health Risk

Champion Foods LLC of New Boston, Michigan, is voluntarily recalling certain batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread (“5 Cheese Bread”) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This action follows a California Dairies, Inc …

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Published on June 3, 2026 - 02:27 GMT

Create a Login.gov account today for quick access to essential services during a disaster

The USDA Farm Services Agency (FSA) encourages farmers and ranchers to create a Login.gov account now. Full FSA access requires identification verification which can take 7 to 10 business days for new customers. Login.gov is the secure, single sign-on …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 22:42 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Chris Warner as Interim Director of the Oregon Department of Transportation, Names Emerald Bogue Chief of ...

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced Chris Warner as the interim director of the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), bringing his years of experience directing the Portland Bureau of Transportation to the temporary role. This …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 20:53 GMT

Eugene’s Prefontaine Classic designated an Oregon Heritage Tradition

The Prefontaine Classic approaches its 51st year with an Oregon Heritage Tradition designation by the Oregon Heritage Commission. The Prefontaine Classic is the 29th event in Oregon to be designed an Oregon Heritage Tradition. Other Oregon Heritage …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 18:58 GMT

Governor Kotek Directs Oregon DMV to Stop Issuing Undercover License Plates to ICE

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek directed the Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicles Service (DMV) to stop issuing undercover license plates to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), citing repeated violations of state and federal law by ICE …

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Published on May 30, 2026 - 00:37 GMT

ODHS shares update on SNAP work rule impacts as additional Oregonians remain at risk of losing food benefits

Last month the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) warned that 6,948 people were at risk of having SNAP benefits close at the end of April due to federally directed changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work rules. Those …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 20:43 GMT

Public-Private Partnership Launches 2026 Security and Resilience Seminar Series Focused on Emerging Insider Threats

Free virtual series to help organizations strengthen security, continuity, and operational resilience The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), in partnership with the Idaho Office of Emergency Management, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

The Government Information and Library Services Advisory Council will meet Tuesday 6/9/2026

The Government Information and Library Services Advisory Council will meet from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, online via Zoom. This is a public meeting; those who would like to attend should contact Ashley Wilsey at ashley.wilsey@slo.oregon. …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Governor Kotek Organizes Multi-State Pushback Against Chaotic Federal Medicaid Mandate

Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek is leading governors from across the country, including Michigan, Washington, New York, Maine, and New Mexico, calling on the Trump Administration to stop forcing states into an unworkable rollout of new Medicaid …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Older Americans Month: How ODHS supports older adults year-round

As Older Americans Month comes to a close, it’s a good time to highlight support available to older adults in living healthy, safe and connected lives. At the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), we’re committed to strengthening our programs that …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 16:48 GMT

Oregon Appeals FEMA’s Denial of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for December 2025 Storms

The State of Oregon has formally appealed FEMA’s decision to deny Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding under FEMA DR-4907 following the devastating December 15–21, 2025 storms that brought record flooding, landslides, mudslides, and severe winds …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 00:31 GMT

Governor Kotek Celebrates tumwata village Groundbreaking with Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde

Oregon City, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, community leaders, and local elected officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of tumwata village, marking a major milestone in the Tribe’s ongoing efforts to …

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