Governor Kotek and Mayor Wilson discuss plans to tackle Portland's housing shortage by converting offices to residential units and constructing 5,000 multifamily homes in three years, with incentives for developers and a focus on sustainability.

Oregon Governor Kotek has formed the Behavioral Health Talent Council, led by the First Lady, to address the state's mental health workforce crisis by January 2026.

Oregon's House passed SB 470 to protect renters' privacy, allowing legal action against hosts who record guests without consent in private areas like bedrooms and bathrooms.

Oregon House passes SB 426, a bill allowing construction workers to sue for unpaid wages, targeting project owners and general contractors to combat wage theft.

Oregon's SB 951, a bill to prevent corporations from owning medical practices to ensure control by licensed medical professionals, was passed to preserve patient care quality.

Oregon's Department of Emergency Management unveils its 2025-28 Homeland Security Strategy to improve state preparedness for natural, technological, and human-caused threats.

Governor Kotek and Mayor Wilson announced actions to increase multifamily housing in Portland, aiming to speed up the permit process and convert office spaces into homes while aligning with housing production goals.

Oregon's OEM urges residents to actively prepare for wildfires, offering resources on their website for creating evacuation plans and go-kits, and encourages signing up for emergency alerts.

Clackamas County Clerk Catherine McMullen has expanded access to marriage license and passport services with walk-in availability on Wednesdays, accommodating increased demand during travel and wedding season.

Eugene Human Rights Commission seeks nominations for its Leadership Awards to honor local human rights champions; event and panel scheduled for June 22.

Oregon unveils its 2025-28 Homeland Security Strategy to enhance preparedness for natural and manmade threats, focusing on intelligence, infrastructure, counterterrorism, medical readiness, and all-hazards preparedness.

Oregon's Department of Veterans’ Affairs partners with Coquille Indian Tribe to improve tribal veterans' access to benefits, including appointing a Tribal Veterans Service Officer.

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson proclaims May 2025 as a celebration month for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in recognition of their contributions to the city.