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Governor Kotek Appoints Michael Tessean as Director of the Oregon Youth Authority

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 30, 2025

On July 30, 2025, Governor Kotek announced the appointment of Tessean as the next director of the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA). Tessean’s appointment is effective August 18, 2025, pending Senate confirmation. Interim Director Jana McLellan has served in her role since March and will be retiring at the end of September.

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