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Current Press Releases
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Democrats Fail on PERS Reform
House Republican Office
April 5, 2013
Legislation Would Consider Agencies Effectiveness as Civil Rights Watch Dogs
Senate Republican Office
April 5, 2013
Ways and Means Hearings Planned in Six Cities Across Oregon
Oregon Legislative Assembly
April 5, 2013
Reps. Whisnant & Witt Introduce Bill to Provide Oregon Jobs
Representatives Gene Whisnant and Brad Witt
April 5, 2013
Anemic PERS Lite Forced from Committee on Party Line Vote
Senate Republican Office
April 5, 2013
Bill to Fund Veterans Programs Has First Hearing
Representative Julie Parrish
April 4, 2013
Knopp’s Medicaid Fraud Early Detection Act of 2013 Passes Senate
Senator Tim Knopp
April 4, 2013
Republicans send President List of Job Creation Options
Senate Republican Office
April 4, 2013
House Votes to Give Counties Greater Budgeting Authority
House Majority Office
April 4, 2013
Governor to be Guest on Bentz’s Radio Show
Representative Cliff Bentz
April 4, 2013
Bill Allows Local Communities & Tribes to Create Mascot Agreements
Representative Sherrie Sprenger
April 3, 2013
House Passes Bill to Create West Coast Infrastructure Exchange Task Force
House Majority Office
April 3, 2013
Bill Regulates Police Use of Drones
Representatives John Huffman and Gene Whisnant
April 3, 2013
Rep. Bentz Seeks Increased Consistency, Transparency, and Local Involvement in Energy Siting
Representative Cliff Bentz
April 3, 2013
Funding for Critical East Portland Sidewalk Project is Restored
Representative Jessica Vega Pederson
April 3, 2013
Reps. Cameron & Clem To Hold Telephone Town Hall
Representatives Kevin Cameron and Brian Clem
April 3, 2013
Reps. Vega Pederson and Dembrow and State Treasurer Ted Wheeler to hold Town Hall Event on Education
Representatives Jessica Vega Pederson and Michael Dembrow
April 2, 2013
Senate Republicans Look to Push Business, Job Expansion
Senate Republican Office
April 2, 2013
Senate Votes to Bolster Insurance Rate Review Process
Senate Majority Office
April 2, 2013
Legislation that Holds Insurance Companies Accountable for Fraud Passes the House
Oregon House Democrats
April 2, 2013
Thomsen Votes to Continue Senior Tax Relief
Senator Chuck Thomsen
April 1, 2013
Conger Joins Local Non-Profits to Defend Charitable Donations
Representative Jason Conger
April 1, 2013
Rep. Bentz Supports Economic Development, Local Control
Representative Cliff Bentz
April 1, 2013
Rep. Parrish: Land Use Planning Should Consider Societal Needs
Representative Julie Parrish
March 28, 2013
Senate Judiciary Committee to Hold Hearings on Gun Safety Bills
Senator Floyd Prozanski
March 28, 2013
Help for Struggling Senior Homeowners Passes the Senate
Senate Majority Office
March 28, 2013
Senate Boosts Awareness and Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Senate Majority Office
March 28, 2013
Senator Ted Ferrioli Comments on SB 822
Senator Ted Ferrioli
March 28, 2013
House Republicans Call for Fixing PERS This Session
House Republican Office
March 27, 2013
Bill Helps La Pine Economic Development
Representative Mike McLane
March 27, 2013
Senate Republicans: No Significant PERS Reform = No Revenue Increases
Senate Republican Office
March 27, 2013
Senate Extends Lifeline to Rural Counties in Fiscal Distress
Senate Majority Office
March 27, 2013
House Improves Coordination of Key Passenger Rail Line in Oregon
Representative Nancy Nathanson
March 26, 2013
Oregon House Republicans Vote for Information Privacy for Oregon Minors
House Republican Office
March 26, 2013
Sex Trafficking Legislation Receives Public Hearing
Senator Betsy Close
March 26, 2013
Senator Chris Edwards Plans Constituent Events for this Friday
Senator Chris Edwards
March 26, 2013
Rep. Jason Conger Announces In-District Schedule for Friday, March 29
Representative Jason Conger
March 26, 2013
Governor asks Winters to Lead Regional Economic Development Team
Senator Jackie Winters
March 26, 2013
Waldo Lake Motor-Free Protection Passes Senate
Senator Floyd Prozanski
March 25, 2013
Senate Republicans Introduce Legislation Extending Tax-Certainty
Senate Republican Office
March 25, 2013
Olsen Proposes In-State Tuition for Veterans
Senator Alan Olsen
March 25, 2013
Co-Chairs Announce PERS Savings Plan to Reinvest in Schools
Oregon Legislative Assembly
March 25, 2013
Tuition Equity Bill Wins Final Legislative Approval
Senate Majority Office
March 21, 2013
CCO Patient Responsibility Measure Clears Committee
Representative Jason Conger
March 21, 2013
Senate Sends Tuition Equity Bill to Governor's Desk
Senate President's Office
March 21, 2013
Innovative Software Sales Approved by Senate
Senate Majority Office
March 20, 2013
Equal Pay for Health Practitioners Passes the House
Oregon House Democrats
March 19, 2013
Representative Jason Conger Asks Democrats to Give OSBA Bill a Public Hearing
Representative Jason Conger
March 19, 2013
Rep. Conger Issued the Following Statement in Opposition to HB 2902
Representative Jason Conger
March 19, 2013
Oregon Capitol Exhibits
Legislative Administration
March 18, 2013
Senate Committee Considers Starr's State Savings Account
Senator Bruce Starr
March 18, 2013
Sen. Close Bill Making Prison Workers Mandatory Reporters Receives Hearing
Senator Betsy Close
March 18, 2013
March 'Ladies at the Legislature' to Feature Sen. Jackie Winters
Representative Julie Parrish
March 14, 2013
Removing Insurance Industry Exemption from Anti-Fraud Law
Senator Chip Shields
March 14, 2013
Oregon House Passes SB 483 to Improve Health Care Disputes
Representative Jason Conger
March 13, 2013
House Passes Bill to Help Low-Income Seniors Keep Their Homes
House Majority Office
March 13, 2013
Legislation Clears the Air for Children Riding in Cars
Senate Majority Office
March 13, 2013
House Urges Congress to Support Oregon Seafood
Representative Deborah Boone
March 12, 2013
New Process to Resolve Health Care Disputes Passes the House
House Majority Office
March 12, 2013
Senate Votes to Ensure Inspections at Publicly-run Restaurants
Senate Majority Office
March 12, 2013
Olsen Bill Would Protect Public Safety Funds
Senator Alan Olsen
March 12, 2013
Kotek Receives National Legislator of the Year Award for Work on Mental Health Care
House Speaker Tina Kotek
March 11, 2013
House Moves to Protect Consumers From Sham Charities
Oregon House Democrats
March 7, 2013
Reps. Krieger and Esquivel Honored as Legislators of the Year
Representatives Wayne Krieger and Sal Esquivel
March 7, 2013
Ferrioli to Serve on Additional Committees
Senator Ted Ferrioli
March 7, 2013
Access to Physical Therapy Made Easier by Rep. Parrish Legislation
Representative Julie Parrish
March 7, 2013
Rep. Cameron Calls for Funding Retirement Obligations
Representative Kevin Cameron
March 5, 2013
“Dispute Resolution” is Far Cry From Real Malpractice Reform
Senate Republican Office
March 5, 2013
Senate Passes New Process to Resolve Health Care Disputes
Senate Majority Office
March 5, 2013
Co-Chairs Unveil Turning Point Budget to Boost School Resources by $1 Billion
Oregon Legislative Assembly
March 4, 2013
Republican Leaders Offer Budget Proposal
Senate and House Republican Offices
March 4, 2013
Senate Approves Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project
Senate Majority Office
March 4, 2013
Statement by House Speaker Tina Kotek on Co-Chairs' "Turning Point" Budget Framework
House Speaker Tina Kotek
March 4, 2013
Republican Leaders to Hold News Conference on State Budget
Senate and House Republican Offices
March 1, 2013
Co-Chairs to Announce Budget Outline -- 11 am Monday
Oregon Legislature
March 1, 2013
East Portland Legislators Call for Reinstatement of Sidewalk Funds
Representative Shemia Fagan
March 1, 2013
Resiliency Plan
Representative Deborah Boone
March 1, 2013
Rep. Kennemer Proposes Measure to Increase Legislative Cooperation
Representative Bill Kennemer
February 28, 2013
Senate Votes to Name I-84 as Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Senate Majority Office
February 28, 2013
Starr Introduces State Savings Account Legislation
Senator Bruce Starr
February 28, 2013
Senate Committee Hears Bill to Expand Foreclosure Mediation
Senate Majority Office
February 27, 2013
Government Efficiency Bill Passes the House:
Measure Would Reduce Duplicate Audits of County Jails
House Majority Office
February 27, 2013
Bill to Expand Foreclosure Mediation up for Hearing Tomorrow, Feb 27th
Senator Chip Shields
February 26, 2013
Screening Standards Bill for Infant Heart Defects Passes Senate
Senate Majority Office
February 26, 2013
Olsen Veteran’s Bill Approved by Senate
Senator Alan Olsen
February 26, 2013
Hansell Appointed to Nuclear Safety and Cleanup Board
Senator Bill Hansell
February 25, 2013
Economic Development Efforts Move Forward with
House Passage of I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
House Speaker Tina Kotek
February 25, 2013
Representative Sal Esquivel Opposes Bill Granting In-State Tuition to Illegal Immigrants
Representative Sal Esquivel
February 22, 2013
House Democrats Praise Passage of Tuition Equity Bill
Oregon House Democrats
February 22, 2013
Statement by House Speaker Tina Kotek on Passage of HB 2787, Tuition Equity
House Speaker Tina Kotek
February 22, 2013
House Republicans Offer Alternative Tuition Equity Bill
Oregon House Republicans
February 22, 2013
Rep. Kennemer: Boring & Dull Day Passes House
Representative Bill Kennemer
February 20, 2013
Legislators Knopp & Conger Introducing Bill On PERS
Senator Tim Knopp & Representative Jason
February 20, 2013
Rep. Parrish & Commissioner Schrader Launch Veterans Initiative
Representative Julie Parrish
February 20, 2013
Thomsen Bill Would Cut DEQ Fees and Bureaucracy
Senator Chuck Thomsen
February 20, 2013
Starr Testifies on Agency Sunset Bill
Senator Bruce Starr
February 19, 2013
Rep. Gilliam & Rep. Whisnant Call for Stricter Standards on Tuition Equity
Representatives Vic Gilliam and Gene Whisnant
February 18, 2013
Hansell Praises Oregon’s Wheat Industry
Senator Bill Hansell
February 19, 2013
Olympic Gold Medalist Ashton Eaton to Address Oregon Senate Thursday
Senate President's Office
February 19, 2013
Rep. Conger: March Revenue Forecast Shows Oregon Needs Jobs
Representative Jason Conger
February 15, 2013
Statement by Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum
On March 2013 Economic and Revenue Forecast
Senator Diane Rosenbaum
February 15, 2013
Statement by Senate President Peter Courtney on Quarterly State Revenue Forecast
Senate President's Office
February 15, 2013
House Republicans Comment on March Revenue Forecast
House Republicans' Office
February 15, 2013
House Speaker Tina Kotek on March 2013 Economic and Revenue Forecast
Speaker of the House
February 15, 2013
Statement by House Majority Leader Val Hoyle on “Making Every Dollar Count” Report
Representative Val Hoyle
February 12, 2013
Senate OKs Bill to Fill Funding Gap for Woodburn Interchange Project
Senate President's Office
February 14, 2013
Courtney: Tuition Equity is About a Path of Opportunity for Kids
Senate President's Office
February 13, 2013
Hansell will Focus on Jobs and Natural Resource Issues in 2013 Session
Senator Bill Hansell
February 13, 2013
President, Speaker Invite Oregonians to "A Citizen's Guide to the Legislature"
President and Speaker's Office
February 12, 2013
Sen. Bates Stands up for Southern Oregon Rivers and Property Owners
Senator Alan Bates
February 11, 2013
Bill to Expand Health Care Access in Rural Areas Advances
Senate Majority Office
February 11, 2013
Public Workshop Offered on Oregon’s Legislative Process
Oregon Legislative Assembly
February 11, 2013
Rep. Bentz Appointed to Additional Committees
Representative Cliff Bentz
February 8, 2013
Senate Approves Measure Allowing Nurse Practitioners to Dispense Medication
Senate President's Office
February 8, 2013
Ferrioli Continues to Return Office Savings
Senate Republican Office
February 8, 2013
Senators Introduce Social Networking Privacy Protection Act
Senator Bruce Starr
February 7, 2013
Sen. Baertschiger Stands Up for Private Property Rights
Senator Herman Baertschiger
February 7, 2013
Rep. Sprenger Selected for House Republican Leadership
Representative Sherrie Sprenger
February 7, 2013
Alan Olsen Will Focus on Job Creation and Energy for 2013 Session
Senator Alan Olsen
February 7, 2013
Senator Richard Devlin Appointed to Serve on Infrastructure Finance Authority Board
Oregon Legislative Assembly
February 6, 2013
Sen. Starr Announces Town Hall Schedule
Senator Bruce Starr
February 6, 2013
Courtney Calls for 'Game Changing' Investment in Community Mental Health
Senate President's Office
February 6, 2013
Speaker, President Appoint Joint Committee On I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
President and Speaker's Office
February 6, 2013
Rep. Conger Selected for House Republican Leadership
Representative Jason Conger
February 6, 2013
Johnson, Boone, Witt to Host Virtual Town Hall
Senator Betsy Johnson
February 6, 2013
Chuck Thomsen Announces Session Priorities, Highlighted by Jobs, Government Efficiency
Senator Chuck Thomsen
February 5, 2013
Rep. Bentz Returns Budget Savings to State General Fund
Representative Cliff Bentz
February 5, 2013
Senate Democrats Release 2013 Legislative Agenda
Senate Majority Office
February 5, 2013
House Majority Leader Announces Completion of 2013 Caucus Staff
House Majority Office
February 4, 2013
Eugene Area Legislators to Host Town Hall Event to Discuss 2013 Legislative Session
House Majority Office
February 4, 2013
Senators Close and Johnson Will Work to Erase Oregon’s “D” Rating
on Sex Trafficking Issues
Senate Republican Office
January 30, 2013
Town Hall News from Representative Gene Whisnant
Representative Gene Whisnant
January 18, 2013
Rep. Johnson Encouraged by DMV Decision on Driver Licenses
Representative Mark Johnson
January 16, 2013
Office Of Representative John Davis Announces Honorary Student Intern Program
Representative John Davis
January 15, 2013
Rep. Whisnant Sworn-in as Member of the 77th Legislative Session
Representative Gene Whisnant
January 15, 2013
Baertschiger Sworn in for First Term
Senator Herman Baertschiger
January 15, 2013
Senate President Provides Authentic Oregon Flags for Legislators Desks
Senate President's Office
January 14, 2013
Jobs for all Oregon Should Remain Focus of 2013 Session
Senate Republican's Office
January 14, 2013
Young Oregonians Help Senate Open 77th Legislative Assembly
Senate President's Office
January 14, 2013
Kotek Takes Oath as Oregon Speaker of the House
Speaker of the House
January 14, 2013
PERS Reform, Job Growth Are Key Issues in 2013 Session
House Republican's Office
January 14, 2013
Opening Day Schedule, 2013 Legislative Session
President and Speaker's Office
January 11, 2013
Sen. , Rep. Hanna to Hold Joint Town Halls
Representative Bruce Hanna
January 10, 2013
Thomsen Announces Session Committee Roles
Senator Chuck Thomsen
January 9, 2013
Rep. Julie Parrish Elected to Leadership Role with Women in Government
Representative Julie Parrish
January 4, 2013
Olsen Appointed to Veterans, Natural Resources Legislative Committees
Senator Alan Olsen
January 4, 2013
Senate Majority Office Fills Staff Positions for 2013 Legislative Session
Senate Majority Office
January 2, 2013
Sen. Betsy Johnson named Co-Chair of Ways and Means Subcommittee
Senator Betsy Johnson
December 26, 2012
Rep. Bill Kennemer Receives Committee Assignments for 2013 Session
Representative Bill Kennemer
December 26, 2012
Kotek announces 2013 House committee assignments
Representative Tina Kotek
December 21, 2012
Rep. Bentz’s 2013 Legislative Committee Assignments Announced
Representative Cliff Bentz
December 21, 2012
Courtney Announces 2013 Senate Committees
Senate President Peter Courtney
December 21, 2012
Governor’s Energy Plan Must Balance Economy and Environment
Senator Alan Olsen
December 19, 2012
Greenlick Introduces Safe Schools Bill
Representative Mitch Greenlick
December 17, 2012
Special Session Should Have Offered Stability to Other Businesses
Senate Republican Office
December 14, 2012
Special Session Offers Hope of Jobs and Economic Growth
Senate Republican Office
December 14, 2012
Statement From Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna on Passage of House Bill 4200
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
December 14, 2012
Senate Approves Strategic Economic Investment Legislation
Senate Majority Office
December 14, 2012
Statement by Senate President Peter Courtney
Senate President's Office
December 14, 2012
House Passes Improved Jobs Bill in Special Session
House Democrats' Office
December 14, 2012
House Passes Jobs Bill; Republicans Say Oregon Businesses Everywhere Deserve Tax and Regulatory Certainty
House Republican Office
December 14, 2012
Senate Democrats Comment on Economic Investment Bill
Senate Majority Office
December 14, 2012
Senate Republicans Propose Expansion of Investment Act
Senate Republican Office
December 13, 2012
Transparency Oregon Advisory Commission Adds PERS Unfunded Liability Data to Website
Representative Gene Whisnant
December 12, 2012
Sen. Close Appointed to Special Session Jobs Committee
Senator Betsy Close
December 11, 2012
New Committee to take Public Testimony in Advance of Special Session
Senator Ginny Burdick
December 11, 2012
Olsen Elected to Caucus Leadership Post
Senator Alan Olsen
December 11, 2012
Statement from Senator Ted Ferrioli on Special Session
Senate Republican Office
December 10, 2012
Statement from House Democratic Leader Val Hoyle
Representative Val Hoyle
December 10, 2012
Statement from Speaker-Nominee Tina Kotek on Special Session Proclamation
Representative Tina Kotek
December 10, 2012
Statement by Senate President Peter Courtney
Senate President's Office
December 10, 2012
Statement from Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna on December Special Session
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
December 10, 2012
Senate Leaders Comment on Governor's Recommended Budget
Senate President's Office
November 30, 2012
House Republican Leader Comments on Governor's 2013-15 Budget
House Republican Office
November 30, 2012
Lochner, Dupras Complete Senate President's Staff
Senate President's Office
November 29, 2012
Courtney Again Chooses Devlin to Serve As Senate Co-Chair of Joint Ways & Means
Senate President's Office
November 28, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum
Senator Diane Rosenbaum
November 20, 2012
Statement from House Democratic Leader Val Hoyle on December Economic and Revenue Forecast
House Democrats' Office
November 20, 2012
Senate Republican Comments on December Revenue Forecast
Senate Republican Office
November 20, 2012
Statement by Senate President Peter Courtney on the December Economic and Revenue Forecast
Senate President's Office
November 20, 2012
House Republican Leader Comments on December Revenue Forecast
House Republican Office
November 20, 2012
Co-Speaker Hanna Honored as 'Public Official of the Year'
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
November 19, 2012
Senate Democrats Elect Leadership, Reaffirm Commitment to Oregon Families
Senate Majority Office
November 19, 2012
Betsy Close sworn in as Oregon's newest state Senator
Senate Republican Office
October 26, 2012
Close Takes Oath as Newest State Senator
Senate President's Office
October 26, 2012
“Keep Kids Safe” License Plate Available for Purchase
Representative Gene Whisnant
October 15, 2012
Co-Speaker Hanna Receives 'Legislator of the Year' Award
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
October 15, 2012
Senator Ferrioli Welcomes Betsy Close to State Senate
Senator Ted Ferrioli
October 12, 2012
Close Selected as Newest State Senator
Senate President's Office
October 10, 2012
Executive Order Supports Effort to Promote Oregon Wood Products as Sustainable Resource
Representative Mark Johnson
October 9, 2012
Rep. Katie Eyre Appointed to Domestic Violence Prevention and Response Task Force
Representative Katie Eyre
October 8, 2012
Winters Receives Award From Elder Advocates
Senator Jackie Winters
October 4, 2012
Department of Defense Commends Rep. Julie Parrish for Her Dedication to Oregon's Military Veterans
Representative Julie Parrish
October 4, 2012
Rep. Patrick Sheehan to Receive 9-1-1 Award from Public Safety Communications Officials
Representative Patrick Sheehan
October 2, 2012
Rep. Conger to Introduce PERS Reforms as Pension System Costs Continue to Grow
Representative Jason Conger
September 28, 2012
House Republicans Call for PERS Reforms to Stabilize Education Funding
House Republican Office
September 28, 2012
Statement from Senate President Peter Courtney on Resignation of Senator Frank Morse
Senate President's Office
September 14, 2012
Senator Ferrioli Issues Statement Following Resignation of Senator Frank Morse
Senator Ted Ferrioli
September 14, 2012
Morse Retires from State Senate
Senator Frank Morse
September 14, 2012
Education, Jobs are House Democrats’ Priorities for 2013
House Democrats' Office
September 13, 2012
Gov. Kitzhaber to Join Rep. Mark Johnson for Unveiling and Dedication of New Sandy High School
Representative Mark Johnson
September 4, 2012
Co-Speaker Hanna Named "Education Champion"
House Co-Speaker Hanna
September 4, 2012
Reps. Kevin Cameron and Vicki Berger to Hold Telephone Town Hall on Education
Representative Kevin Cameron's and Representative Vicki Berger's Offices
August 31, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum
Senate Majority Office
August 29, 2012
Statement from House Democratic Leader Tina Kotek on September Revenue Forecast
House Democrats' Office
August 29, 2012
House Republican Leader Comments on September 2012 Revenue Forecast
Representative Andy Olson
August 29, 2012
Statement From Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna on September 2012 Revenue Forecast
House Co-Speaker Hanna
August 29, 2012
Statement By Senate President Peter Courtney on September 2012 Economic & Revenue Forecast
Senate President's Office
August 29, 2012
Courtney To Run Hood to Coast for 18th Time
Senate President's Office
August 23, 2012
Representatives Val Hoyle and Nancy Nathanson to Host Health Care Town Hall
Representative Nancy Nathanson
August 22, 2012
Rep. Mark Johnson To Host Legislative Issues Telephone Townhall With Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
House Republican Office
July 24, 2012
House Republicans Elect New Caucus Leadership
House Republican Office
July 18, 2012
Rep. Jason Conger Appointed to Panel to Promote Patient Safety, Reduce Health Care Costs
Representative Jason Conger
July 11, 2012
Rep. Wand Working to Ensure More Crime Victims Are Allowed to Address Parole Board
Representative Matt Wand
June 7, 2012
Coastal Summit Focuses on Economic Development
House Co-Speaker Roblan
May 31, 2012
Legislature Leverages Funds for Olympic Trials
Representative Nancy Nathanson
May 23, 2012
Legislature Allocates Funds to Foreclosure and Fraud Prevention
House Democrats' Office
May 23, 2012
Emergency Board approves $7.6 million to help struggling homeowners
Senate Majority Office
May 23, 2012
Rep. Wand Supports Funding for Foreclosure Counseling, Outreach for Distressed Homeowners
Representative Matt Wand
May 23, 2012
Read Appointed to Oversee Economic Development
Representative Tobias Read
May 22, 2012
Revenue & Budget On Track; Challenges Still Ahead
Senate President's Office
May 22, 2012
Statement from Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna on June 2012 Revenue Forecast
House Co-Speaker Hanna
May 22, 2012
Senate Republican Leader comments on June revenue forecast
Senate Republican Office
May 22, 2012
Co-Speaker Roblan Statement on the June Revenue Forecast
House Co-Speaker Roblan
May 22, 2012
House Republican Leader Comments on June 2012 Revenue Forecast
House Republican Office
May 22, 2012
Co-Speakers Hanna, Roblan to Hold Joint Legislative Town Hall
Office of the Co-Speakers
May 21, 2012
Abuse of Oregon Assistance Programs Must be Addressed
Senate Republican Office
May 11, 2012
Rep. Cameron Invites Constituents for 'Eggs and Issues'
Representative Kevin Cameron
May 3, 2012
Nikki Thompson selected to lead Senate Majority Office staff
Senate Majority Office
April 26, 2012
Homeowners Get Relief as Governor Signs House Democrats’ Priority
House Democrats' Office
April 11, 2012
Co-Speakers Hanna, Roblan to Hold Joint Legislative Town Halls
Office of the Co-Speakers
April 5, 2012
Governor Signs Bill Expanding Role of Physician Assistants
Office of the Senate President
March 28, 2012
Rep. Julie Parrish Named One of Portland Community College's 50 Diamond Alumni
Representative Julie Parrish
March 20, 2012
Rep. Matt Wand Appointed to State Debt Policy Advisory Commission
Representative Matt Wand
March 15, 2012
Rep. Cameron to Hold Town Hall to Discuss 2012 Session, Turner Flood Recovery Efforts
Representative Kevin Cameron
March 14, 2012
Oregon Senate Democrats release 2012 accomplishments, highlight work to help middle class families and small businesses
Senate Majority Office
March 13, 2012
Co-Speaker Hanna, Sen. Prozanski to Hold Joint Town Hall
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
March 7, 2012
Rep. Bill Kennemer Secures Funding for Clackamas Community College
Representative Bill Kennemer
March 6, 2012
Atkinson will not seek re-election
Senator Jason Atkinson
March 6, 2012
Rep. Mark Johnson to Host End of Session Town Hall
Representative Mark Johnson
March 6, 2012
February Session Ends With Success for Thomsen Priorities
Senator Chuck Thomsen
March 6, 2012
Olsen’s first legislative session includes victories
Senator Alan Olsen
March 6, 2012
Close of session brings fiscal, economic victories for Telfer
Senator Chris Telfer
March 6, 2012
Co-Speaker Roblan Statement on 2012 Legislative Session
House Co-Speaker Arnie Roblan
March 5, 2012
Legislature Makes History In State's First Annual Session
Office of the Senate President
March 5, 2012
Republicans champion economic vitality and fiscal prudence in February session
Senate Republican Office
March 5, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum on Sine Die of 2012
Senate Majority Office
March 5, 2012
2012 Session Offers Accomplishments, But Nearly Every Jobs Bill is Left on the Table
House Republican Office
March 5, 2012
House Democrats Hail Passage of Foreclosure Reform
House Democrats' Office
March 5, 2012
Senators congratulate House foreclosure compromise
Senator Lee Beyer and Senator Brian Boquist
March 5, 2012
Foreclosure legislation passes the Senate chamber again
Senator Chip Shields
March 5, 2012
Legislature Reaches Agreement to Help Oregon Homeowners
Representative Wand and Representative Whisnant
March 5, 2012
Rep. Jason Conger Secures Funding for Central Oregon Projects
Representative Jason Conger
March 5, 2012
Statement from Senator Richard Devlin on Budget Rebalance Bills
Senator Richard Devlin
March 5, 2012
Senate Republicans Call on Co-Speaker Arnie Roblan to Release Bill to Help Oregonians with Cancer and HIV
Senate Republican Office
March 5, 2012
House Democrats Move Foreclosure Reform
House Democrats' Office
March 5, 2012
House Co-Speaker Hanna Praises Passage of County Payment Bills
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
March 5, 2012
Priority health care, early learning bills approved in Senate
Senate Majority Office
March 5, 2012
Early Learning Bill Advances
House Democrats' Office
March 2, 2012
After Delay, House Passes Health Insurance Exchange
House Democrats' Office
March 2, 2012
Oregon Investment Act Receives Final Legislative Vote
Senate Majority Office
March 2, 2012
Legislators Work to Clean Up Oregon
Senate President's Office
March 1, 2012
Bills protecting vulnerable seniors from abuse approved by Senate
Senate Majority Office
March 1, 2012
Bill Secures Additional Funding Source for Silicon Forest Interchange Project
Representative Shawn Lindsay
March 1, 2012
Legislation to prevent teen dating violence earns Senate support
Senate Majority Office
March 1, 2012
Johnson negotiates to protect and improve Tillamook rest area
Senator Betsy Johnson
February 29, 2012
Johnson secures funding for critical transportation projects
Senator Betsy Johnson
February 29, 2012
Major Jobs Bill Passes House
House Democrats' Office
February 29, 2012
Reps. Conger, Whisnant Pass Bill to Strengthen Liability Protections for Volunteer Health Care Providers
Representative Jason Conger and Representative Gene Whisnant
February 29, 2012
Dingfelder applauds passage of bill limiting exposure to mercury
Senator Jackie Dingfelder
February 29, 2012
Fire Chief Lauds Passage of Bill to Make Distribution of 9-1-1 Tax Revenues More Efficient
Representative Patrick Sheehan
February 28, 2012
House Republicans Seek Distribution of Funds to Assist Homeowners Facing Foreclosures
House Republican Office
February 28, 2012
House Republicans Turn out the Lights on Foreclosure Negotiations
House Democrats' Office
February 28, 2012
House Levels Playing Field for State’s Unemployed
House Democrats' Office
February 27, 2012
House Untangles Criminal Background Check Process
House Democrats' Office
February 27, 2012
House Passes Enterprise Zone Legislation
House Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna
February 27, 2012
Credit enhancement bill will expand growth for Oregon business
Senate Majority Office
February 24, 2012
Bill will protect kids by expanding list of mandatory reporters
Senate Majority Office
February 24, 2012
Senate Republicans introduce solution to PERS shortfall
Senate Republican Office
February 24, 2012
House Democrats Stand up for Oregonians’ Priorities in Budget Rebalance
House Democrats' Office
February 23, 2012
Telfer jobs bill heads to Governor
Senate Republican Office
February 23, 2012
House Democrats Push Construction Jobs Bill
House Democrats' Office
February 23, 2012
Big Win for Oregonians as Health Care Transformation Passes House Floor
House Democrats' Office
February 23, 2012
'No Credit? No Problem': Democrats Push Debt Bomb in Final Days of Session
House Republican Office
February 23, 2012
Homeowners, House Democrats Urge Immediate Passage of Foreclosure Package
House Democrats' Office
February 22, 2012
Senate Democrats reject another jobs bill
Senate Republican Office
February 22, 2012
Rep. McLane Secures Passage of Jobs Bill to Protect Oregon's Private Sector Data Centers
Representative Mike McLane
February 22, 2012
Republicans Offer Foreclosure Solution to Assist Distressed Homeowners
Representative Whisnant and Representative Wand
February 21, 2012
Telfer aids passage of senior homeowner program
Senator Chris Telfer
February 21, 2012
Reps. Sheehan, Wand Pass Job Creation Bill for Metro Area
Representative Sheehan and Representative Wand
February 20, 2012
Senate approves help for struggling senior homeowners
Senate Majority Office
February 20, 2012
Prompt pay bill will help small businesses cover bottom line
Senate Majority Office
February 20, 2012
House Democrats Call for Release of Health Care Bills
House Democrats' Office
February 17, 2012
House Co-Speaker Hanna Lauds Passage of House Bill 4072
House Co-Speaker Hanna
February 17, 2012
Bentz Wolf Bill Passes Out of House
Representative Cliff Bentz
February 17, 2012
House Passes Jobs and Workforce Development Legislation
House Democrats' Office
February 17, 2012
Buy American Transit preference will help create Oregon jobs
Senate Majority Office
February 17, 2012
Senate OKs Measure Making School Seismic Ratings Easier to Access
Senate President's Office
February 17, 2011
Rep. Weidner Passes Iran Disinvestment Bill
Representative Jim Weidner
February 16, 2012
Nathanson Bill Gets Tough on Property Crime
Representative Nancy Nathanson
February 16, 2012
Jobs Bill Allows Veterans to Leverage Military Training to Secure Civilian Employment
House Republican Office
February 16, 2012
House Democrats Applaud Senate Action on Foreclosure
House Democrats' Office
February 16, 2012
Foreclosure legislation approved by Oregon Senate
Senate Majority Office
February 16, 2012
Republicans bring agency sunset bill to Senate floor
Senate Republican Office
February 16, 2012
House Approves Additional Mandate Relief for Oregon Schools
House Republican Office
February 16, 2012
Rep. Conger Passes Bipartisan Bill to Address Childhood Lead Poisoning
Representative Jason Conger
February 16, 2012
Concealed Handgun License Bill
Adopted by Oregon House for 3rd Time
Representative Kim Thatcher
February 15, 2012
Senate passes bill to empower O&C counties
Senator Atkinson and Senator Girod
February 15, 2012
Rep. Weidner Passes Bill to Protect Struggling Homeowners Facing Government Foreclosure
Representative Jim Weidner
February 15, 2012
House Urges Congress to Fund the Coast Guard
Representative Deborah Boone
February 15, 2012
Boone Legislative Helps Food Banks
Representative Deborah Boone
February 15, 2012
Cyber bullying bill earns Senate support
Senator Joanne Verger
February 15, 2012
Bill clarifying tax assessment gives certainty to data centers
Senate Majority Office
February 15, 2012
Bill will help level playing field for Oregonians looking for work
Senate Majority Office
February 15, 2012
Greater public contracting transparency approved by Senate
Senate Majority Office
February 15, 2012
Jobs and Workforce Bill Heads to House Floor
House Democrats' Office
February 15, 2012
House Democrats Pass Business and Jobs Bill
Representative Paul Holvey
February 14, 2012
Whitsett calls Transformation an experiment in Obamacare
Senator Doug Whitsett
February 14, 2012
Timber, Water Jobs Bills Approved by House Committees
House Republican Office
February 14, 2012
Democrats Reject Three Opportunities to Put Health Transformation on Path to Success
Senate Republican Office
February 14, 2012
House Democrats Pass Business and Jobs Bill
House Democrats' Office
February 14, 2012
Next Step in Health Care Transformation Approved in Senate
Senate Majority Office
February 14, 2012
House Republicans Block Health Care Savings
House Democrats' Office
February 13, 2012
Senate Republicans force first significant jobs bill of session to Senate floor
Senate Republican Office
February 13, 2012
Senate Committee approves foreclosure help, protection for unemployed
Senate Majority Office
February 13, 2012
House Democrats Protect Senior Tax Deferral Program
House Democrats' Office
February 10, 2012
Committee hears family cap and emergency fund bill
Senator Frank Morse
February 10, 2012
Bi-partisan coalition continues to fight for key piece of Health Care Transformation
Senate Republican Office
February 10, 2012
Slate of Jobs Bills Moves Forward
House Democrats' Office
February 9, 2012
Bill Protects Communities by Improving Oversight of Residential Treatment Facilities
Representative Katie Eyre
February 9, 2012
On 7-0 Vote, Jobs Bill Moves Forward
House Democrats' Office
February 8, 2012
Senate Health Care Committee moves bill to expand cost-savings program
Senate Majority Office
February 8, 2012
Republicans Offer Solution to Increase Construction Hiring, Property Values
House Republican Office
February 8, 2012
Kruse presents alternative education reform measure
Senator Jeff Kruse
February 8, 2012
Statement from House Democratic Leader Tina Kotek On March Revenue Forecast
House Democrats' Office
February 8, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Rosenbaum on Revenue Forecast
Senate Majority Office
February 8, 2012
Senate Republicans comment on revenue forecast
Senate Republican Office
February 8, 2012
Statement by Senate President Peter Courtney
Senate President's Office
February 8, 2011
Co-Speaker Roblan Statement on the March Revenue Forecast
House Co-Speaker Roblan
February 8, 2012
Statement From Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna on Latest Revenue Forecast
House Co-Speaker Hanna
February 8, 2012
House Republican Leader Comments on March 2012 Revenue Forecast
House Republican Office
February 8, 2012
Republican Decision Leaves Homeowners out in the Cold
House Democrats' Office
February 7, 2012
House of Representatives Honors University of Oregon Football
Representative Nancy Nathanson
February 7, 2012
Rep. Wand Introduces 'Invest in Oregon Act' to Promote Capital Investment, Job Creation
Representative Matt Wand
February 7, 2012
Reps. Eyre and Parrish to Co-Host 'Ladies at the Legislature' Day
House Republican Office
February 6, 2012
Proposed Reform Gives Local Communities Greater Role in Economic Development, Job Creation
House Republican Office
February 6, 2012
House Republicans Support Solution to Senior Property Tax Deferral Program
House Republican Office
February 3, 2012
Senate Democrats welcome settlement, say there's more work to do on foreclosure
Senate Majority Office
February 1, 2012
House Convenes for 2012 Legislative Session
Office of the Co-Speakers
February 1, 2012
Bipartisan Group of Legislators Formally File 'Refusal-to-Report' Bill to Protect Endangered Children
Representative Shawn Lindsay
January 31, 2012
New Digital Terminal Will Make Finding Agenda, Information Easier
Oregon Legislative Assembly
January 31, 2012
East Metro State Representatives to Host Bipartisan Town Halls
House Republican Office
January 25, 2012
Girod and Atkinson want feds to give back O&C lands
Senator Fred Girod and Senator Jason Atkinson
January 23, 2012
Democratic leaders focus on helping middle class families, small businesses in short February session
Senate Majority Office
House Democrat Office
January 19, 2012
House Republican Jobs Agenda Doesn't Add Up
House Democrats' Office
January 18, 2012
Hunt Announces Permanent Fix Keeping Government Camp Rest Area Open
Representative Dave Hunt
January 18, 2012
Oregonians to join Democratic Leaders for Release of 2012 Session Agendas
Senate Majority Office
House Democrat Office
January 18, 2012
House Republicans Announce 2012 Agenda: 50,000 Jobs in Five Years
House Republican Office
January 18, 2012
Senate Republicans will continue focus on middle-class priorities in February's legislative session
Senate Republican Office
January 18, 2012
Representative Kennemer and Senator Olsen Schedule Town Hall
Representative Bill Kennemer
January 16, 2012
Reps. Mark Johnson and Michael Dembrow to Host Education Roundtable on STEM Programs Across the State
Representative Mark Johnson
January 16, 2012
Reps. Kevin Cameron and Katie Eyre to Hold Telephone Town Hall on Upcoming February Session
House Republican Office
January 16, 2012
Olsen's February session agenda aims at economic resurgence
Senator Alan Olsen
January 11, 2012
Senate Committees Will Again Feature Bi-Partisan Design
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Senate President's Office
January 6, 2012
Steiner Hayward Takes Oath as Newest State Senator
Senate President's Office
January 5, 2012
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