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Governor Kotek Declares Drought Emergency in Douglas, Morrow, and Union Counties

Drought emergencies declared in five counties this calendar year Governor Tina Kotek has decla...
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Governor Kotek Extends State of Emergency Due to Rowena Fire

State of Emergency extended through November 2, 2025 Eugene, OR - This week, Governor Tina Kot...
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Governor Kotek Issues Notice of Potential Vetoes for 2025 Legislative Session

On August 1, 2025, pursuant to Article V, Section 15b(4), of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Ti...
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Governor Kotek Signs Bills to Support Public Schools, Improve Student Outcomes

Bipartisan legislation supports educators to deliver high-quality public education across the sta...
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Governor Kotek Appoints Michael Tessean as Director of the Oregon Youth Authority

On July 30, 2025, Governor Kotek announced the appointment of Tessean as the next director of the...
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Governor Kotek Releases Statement in Response to Climate Danger Rollback

Trump Administration's EPA has announced plans to repeal the Endangerment Finding as part of swee...
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Governor Kotek Signs Historic Clean Drinking Water Legislation

Changes take essential steps forward to address water quality and transparency concerns, while pr...
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Governor Kotek Signs Bills that Break Down Barriers to Housing Construction

Bipartisan legislation builds on Governor Kotek’s goal to increase housing supply and bring...
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Governor Kotek Halts Rulemaking to Protect Beloved Oregon Farm Stands

DLCD to postpone issuing proposed draft rules in the Secretary of State’s Bulletin for publ...
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Governor Kotek Signs Bill to Expand Economic Opportunities for Small Businesses

Oregon to do more to prioritize small businesses in state procurement Last week, Governor Tina K...
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Governor Kotek Applauds Federal Disaster Declaration for Southern Oregon Flooding

Funding will be available for repair or replacement of facilities damaged by severe storms in Coo...
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Governor Kotek Signs Legislation to Strengthen State's Wildfire Response

HB 3940 creates a dedicated State Forestry Department Large Wildfire Fund, ensuring resources are...
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Governor Kotek Announces Leadership Transition at Oregon Department of Human Services

Governor appoints Deputy Director Liesl Wendt to succeed long-serving Director Fariborz Pakseresh...
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Governor Kotek Signs Statewide Shelter Program into Law

Legislation codifies emergency shelter system for Oregonians experiencing unsheltered homelessnes...
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Governor Kotek Issues Statement in Response To Passing of Governor Arnold Palacios

Salem, OR - On July 23, 2025, Governor Kotek issued the following statement in response to the pa...
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