SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) announced funding awards for the fourth round of the State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) Grant Program. The SPIRE program provides life-saving emergency response …
Governor Tina Kotek directed state agencies to develop a coordinated approach to reduce disruption to COVID-19 vaccine access caused by the Trump Administration. Today, five state agencies took various actions to implement the West Coast Health Alliance ( …
Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD decried today’s decision by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which will make it harder for investors to hold publicly traded companies accountable by forcing shareholders into a system that limits their …
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield today warned Oregonians about an uptick of scams involving card skimmers placed on payment machines at grocery and convenience stores across the state, especially in rural areas. These devices allow thieves to steal …
Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek of Oregon, Governor Gavin Newsom of California, Governor Bob Ferguson of Washington, and Governor Josh Green of Hawaii announced coordinated winter virus vaccination recommendations through the West Coast Health …
For many Oregonians, access to electricity isn’t just a convenience — it’s a lifeline. Individuals who rely on electrically powered medical equipment such as ventilators, oxygen concentrators, dialysis machines or mobility devices face serious risks during …
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) announced the upcoming launch of the OEM Emergency Management Grants platform in December 2025. This statewide platform will streamline how eligible applicants manage and track obligated …
Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of three bills that protect Oregon families struggling to make ends meet. The bills address issues around medical debt, online transactions, and car purchases. The Governor was joined by …
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) visits recipients of the Modular Housing Development Fund (MHDF) who are increasing the state’s capacity to produce affordable, factory-built housing. “These visits highlight how targeted …
Salem, OR – Today, the state of Oregon announced the renewal of litigation against the federal government to protect vulnerable salmon runs. Earlier this year, the Trump Administration withdrew from an agreement with Oregon, Washington, four Lower Columbia …
PORTLAND, Ore. – Emerald ash borer (EAB) is a tiny green beetle from eastern Asia that is having a devastating impact on ash trees in North America, including northwest Oregon. Across the U.S., millions of ash trees have been killed by the larvae of this …
A three-day event in southern Oregon will feature a variety of workshops and presentations designed to help employers and workers improve on-the-job safety and health. Topics include hazard identification, fall protection, safety committees, confined …
Today, the Oregon College Savings Plan, Oregon’s trusted education savings program, unveiled its new name: Embark. This rebrand follows extensive public feedback and research aimed at creating a name that better represents the diverse educational and …
Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed Executive Order 25-22 to help make sure the government can respond when Oregonians need help most. The executive order directs the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) to develop a plan to ensure new state buildings …
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is now accepting proposals for a new round of Veteran Services Grant funding aimed at expanding outreach and services available to veterans throughout Oregon’s rural, urban and Tribal communities. The 2025 …
Five years after the devastating 2020 Labor Day wildfires, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is honoring survivors, remembering those who were lost and lifting up the communities that continue to recover. The wildfires impacted 20 Oregon …
On average, Oregon employers will pay less for workers’ compensation coverage in 2026, the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) announced today. The decline in costs marks 13 years of average decreases in the pure premium rate – the …
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued a $1 million civil penalty today to Stella-Jones Corp. for numerous violations of environmental regulations for water quality, hazardous waste, and spill response and cleanup at their wood treating …
Salem, OR – On the five-year anniversary of the 2020 Labor Day wildfires, Gov. Tina Kotek released the following statement: “The 2020 Labor Day fires were an unprecedented disaster that changed how Oregon prepares for wildfire and recovery. Survivors have …
On Labor Day weekend in 2020, Oregon experienced one of the most devastating wildfire events in its history. A series of incidents that tested not only Oregon’s ability to respond, but also our personal and collective preparedness and recovery capacity—as …
