Drought emergencies declared in five counties this calendar year
Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Douglas, Morrow, and Union counties through Executive Order 25-18 and directed state… Read More
On August 1, 2025, pursuant to Article V, Section 15b(4), of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Tina Kotek provided notice to the Legislature that she is considering vetoes of the following bills and… Read More
State of Emergency extended through November 2, 2025
Eugene, OR - This week, Governor Tina Kotek extended the State of Emergency declaration due to the June Rowena Fire in Wasco County, now set to… Read More
Bipartisan legislation supports educators to deliver high-quality public education across the state
Eugene, OR - On July 31, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of Senate Bill 141,… Read More
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… Read More
Trump Administration's EPA has announced plans to repeal the Endangerment Finding as part of sweeping climate rollbacks
Governor Tina Kotek released the following statement in response to the… Read More
Changes take essential steps forward to address water quality and transparency concerns, while protecting the health of all Oregonians
Salem, OR - Last week, Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill… Read More
Bipartisan legislation builds on Governor Kotek’s goal to increase housing supply and bring down costs
Hillsboro, OR - On July 28, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of House… Read More
Oregon to do more to prioritize small businesses in state procurement
Last week, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 2337 into law, which establishes a procurement program to prioritize small… Read More
DLCD to postpone issuing proposed draft rules in the Secretary of State’s Bulletin for public comment at this time
Salem, OR - On July 25, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek directed the Department of… Read More
Funding will be available for repair or replacement of facilities damaged by severe storms in Coos, Curry, and Douglas counties in March
On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek shared the announcement… Read More
Governor appoints Deputy Director Liesl Wendt to succeed long-serving Director Fariborz Pakseresht when he retires this fall
Beaverton, OR - On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek announced she has… Read More
Legislation codifies emergency shelter system for Oregonians experiencing unsheltered homelessness
On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of House Bill 3644, which… Read More
HB 3940 creates a dedicated State Forestry Department Large Wildfire Fund, ensuring resources are available when catastrophic fires strike
Beaverton, OR - On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek… Read More
Salem, OR - On July 23, 2025, Governor Kotek issued the following statement in response to the passing of Governor Arnold Palacios:“It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Governor… Read More
