Rep. Lucetta Elmer elected as the new House Republican Leader in Oregon, praised by Senate Republican Leader Bruce Starr, who expects her to address public safety, affordability, and prosperity.

Silvia Tanner appointed to Oregon Environmental Quality Commission, bringing expertise in sustainable energy and environmental justice to policymaking.

Oregon's AG announces win in lawsuit against Trump-era immigration conditions on crime victim grants, ensuring $1.4 billion in aid without such stipulations.

Oregon's Administrative Services corrected the 2026 rent stabilization rates: 6% for larger facilities (>30 spaces) and 9.5% for smaller ones (≤30 spaces or ORS 90.323 tenancies).

The Oregon DAS set the rent increase limit at 6% for large facilities and 9.5% for smaller properties for 2026, drawing from a statutory formula involving the CPI.

Oregon's DOJ creates an Economic Justice Section to double down on protecting residents against unfair practices, focusing on economic justice for consumers and working families without additional tax burden.

Multnomah County's Climate Justice Plan moves towards action, addressing health impacts and aiding vulnerable groups, with community collaboration and budget considerations highlighted.

The Pentagon has deployed 200 Oregon National Guard troops to support law enforcement and protect federal property in Portland, Oregon, under the Portland Force Protection Mission.

Kim Haughn joins Washington County's Homeless Solutions Advisory Council, contributing her risk reduction experience.

Oregon Senate Democrats pass a $4.3 billion transportation tax increase without Republican support; Republicans and economist John Topanga raise concerns over the economic burdens on citizens.

Oregon and Portland challenge the federalization of their National Guard, citing constitutional concerns and seeking a court ruling to block the move by the Secretary of Defense.

Governor Kotek declares a state of emergency in Jefferson County, Oregon, due to severe drought conditions, enabling state assistance for affected sectors.

Governor Tina Kotek signed Oregon's Climate Resilience Investment Act, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of the state's public employee retirement fund.