Attorneys General from 17 states, led by Dan Rayfield, have opposed the SAVE Act, arguing it would create obstacles to voting and disproportionately affect minorities and poor communities.

Judge grants preliminary injunction against mass firings of federal probationary employees in a case involving Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of attorneys general.

Portland Police Bureau seeks public input on various directives, including the Police Review Board and vehicle impoundment, emphasizing community engagement and transparency in policing practices.

The USDA has approved a waiver for Oregon, extending the SNAP benefit replacement request period to April 15, 2025, due to recent floods and power outages.

Oregon Treasurer Steiner advocates for HB 2200-1 to protect the state's retirement fund from climate change risks, emphasizing alignment with climate-positive investments.

Oregon AG Rayfield launches town halls, "Safeguarding Oregon: Federal Oversight Forums," to address federal overreach and other issues with local communities.

The Oregon Department of Revenue notes that while tax filing is slightly ahead of last year, over 1 million residents still need to file before April 15, and e-filing is recommended.

Oregon's Youth ChalleNGe Program has received an "outstanding" rating, a first under new federal criteria after a thorough inspection by the National Guard Bureau.

Fairview's Budget Committee will discuss the 2025-26 fiscal year budgets starting May 5, with public meetings and availability of documents online from May 6.

Oregon lawmakers consider a bill to end vote-by-mail, favoring in-person voting with ID, drawing public debate and looking to reverse a system in place since 1998.

Governor Tina Kotek declared an emergency in southeastern Oregon due to severe flooding affecting Harney County and the Burns Paiute Reservation, prompting state aid and community alertness.

Oregon Dept. of Revenue offers free tax filing assistance at Blue Mountain Community College on April 10, aiming to help low-income taxpayers claim federal and state credits.

The article discusses Earth Day 2025's theme "Our Power, Our Planet," focusing on renewable energy, with Clackamas County aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 and promoting a Climate Action Plan.