On Nov 20th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the December revenue forecast: “This forecast calls for state leaders to stay the course on core programs and act strategically on issues of top concern for Oregonians. While…

Leaders and advocates join the Governor to celebrate an additional 60 new beds to shelter Oregonians year round. On Nov 18th, Governor Tina Kotek joined Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty, Metro Council President Lynn Peterson, Washington County Chair…

On Nov 19th, Governor Tina Kotek submitted a list of state board and commission reappointments to the Oregon Senate for confirmation. The Senate Committee on Rules is scheduled to consider the nominations during December Legislative Days, which run…

OHSU secures new supply of Mifepristone, extending the stockpile expiration date to September 2028. On Nov 18th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that following the national results of the general election, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and…

Governor Tina Kotek announced on Nov 14th, that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Multnomah County Circuit Court created by the upcoming resignation of Judge Thomas M. Ryan. The Governor thanks Judge Ryan for his dedicated…

On Nov 6th, Governor Kotek issued a statement in response to the results of the 2024 election: “I know we are all feeling the weight of the moment following the results of Nov 5th’s national election. Regardless of who you supported in…

On Nov 1st, Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Board of Directors announced the board’s intent to appoint Steve Stadum, J.D., interim president. If appointed, Stadum would hold the interim president role…

Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) and the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) to address the diverse housing needs of Oregon communities. On Oct 31st, Governor Tina Kotek, the Department of Land Conservation…

On Oct 28th, Governor Tina Kotek, the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and Business Oregon, hosted the Governor’s Marketplace 2024 Conference and Tradeshow in Portland. Over 600 attendees convened to learn about public contracting…

On Oct 28th, Governor Tina Kotek released a statement following President Joe Biden’s presidential apology on Friday for the Indian Boarding School era. President Biden issued his apology during a speech at the Gila Crossing Community School…

Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Wallowa County through Executive Order 24-29, and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. “Water scarcity has become the new normal for our state,”…

The declaration potentially unlocks Federal Emergency Management Agency resources to impacted Oregon communities. Salem, OR – On Monday, Governor Tina Kotek sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting a federal major disaster…

Salem, OR — On Oct 24th, Governor Kotek released a statement in response to the announcement of a $42 million investment to the state of Oregon under the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water…

Governor delivers on commitment to visit with nine Tribal nations in her second year in office On Oct 18th, Governor Kotek announced that she fulfilled her commitment to visit with all nine federally recognized Tribal nations in 2024,…

On Oct 16th, Governor Kotek released a statement on the $25 million award to the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay from the Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program (INFRA) through the U.S. Department of…

Attendees at Waldo Middle School called 265 families to encourage school attendance On Tuesday night, Governor Tina Kotek attended a phone bank event hosted by Waldo Middle School and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to encourage school…

Governor Tina Kotek announced on Oct 11th, that she is accepting applications to fill a judicial vacancy on the Oregon Court of Appeals created by the upcoming resignation of Judge Josephine H. Mooney. The Governor thanked Judge Mooney for her…

Washington, D.C. -- On Oct 9th, Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced a residential treatment capacity dashboard to track the state’s progress towards additional behavioral health residential treatment beds and…

On Oct 7th, Governor Tina Kotek announced a set of actions following an Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicles Services After-Action Report detailing errors within the Oregon Motor Voter Program. The report was among an initial set of actions the Governor…

On Oct 3rd, Governor Tina Kotek and Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announced current and projected outcomes as a result of the Governor’s homelessness initiative work since her first day in office. This includes her Emergency…

State agencies directed to chart a path forward to restore healthy and abundant salmon and steelhead fisheries in the Columbia and Snake rivers On Sep 30th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she is directing state agencies to take all actions…

Kara Davis to Resign as District Attorney After Winning Election for Wasco County District Attorney On September 25, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced she will be filling an upcoming vacancy for the Gilliam County District Attorney position…

Visit to Cow Creek completes Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations this year Last week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson spent the day with the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of…

On September 24, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Kathryn Lynch as District Attorney of Yamhill County. Lynch will fill a vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Bradley Berry. Lynch (she/her) received 99% of the vote…

Governor Kotek, Senator Wyden, and Daimler Truck North America President and CEO John O’Leary co-convened Clean Tech Manufacturing Task Force to advance Oregon’s transition to a clean energy economy On September 24, 2024, Governor Tina…

On September 23, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek directed Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) to take additional proactive steps to protect the integrity of Oregon’s Motor Voter program. Her new directive follows an already-resolved data…

On Sep 18th, Governor Tina Kotek released a statement following the announcement from the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) that it has awarded Portland, Oregon, the league’s 15th franchise. “The decision to choose…

Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Lake County through Executive Order 24-26, and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Lake County has been in moderate…

On Sep 11th, Governor Tina Kotek ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset September 11, pursuant to President Biden’s Presidential Proclamation of September 11, 2024 as Patriot Day and National Day…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the evening of Monday, September 9 for the Service Fire in Wheeler County. The Wheeler County Fire Defense Board requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire protection…

On Sep 9th, Governor Tina Kotek led a Demobilization Ceremony at the Oregon State Library for nine soldiers of the Alpha Minus, Second Battalion, 641st Aviation Regiment. The fixed-wing aviation unit deployed to the Horn of Africa on July 14, 2023…

Fires in Crook, Grant, and Wheeler counties mark the fifteenth and sixteenth conflagrations this wildfire season On Sep 6th, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for two fires on September 6, 2024, the Rail Ridge Fire in…

On Sep 6th, Governor Tina Kotek signed a proclamation declaring the month of September 2024 as Attendance Awareness Month. She was joined by Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Director Charlene Williams, Senator Suzanne Weber, education advocates,…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the evening of September 1, 2024 in response to the Copperfield Fire in Klamath County. The Klamath County Fire Defense Board requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire…

On Aug 30th, Governor Tina Kotek submitted a list of state board and commission appointments to the Oregon Senate for confirmation. The Senate Committee on Rules is scheduled to consider the nominations during September Legislative Days, which run…

On Aug 29th, Governor Tina Kotek visited the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center (NWCC) in Portland. Following a fire season briefing, the Governor and representatives from the Pacific Northwest Coordinating Group (PNWCG) provided a wildfire…

On Aug 28th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the September revenue forecast: “It is encouraging to see that our economy continues to be stable, with healthy workforce participation in key sectors. The forecast urges an…

On Aug 27th, Governor Tina Kotek joined National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Director Laurie E. Locascio in Corvallis to announce up to $50 million to Oregon company Hewlett-Packard (HP) from the CHIPS and Science Act. “HP…

On Monday, Governor Tina Kotek toured Blazer Industries’ modular homes factory in Aumsville. The modular homes, which are at various phases of construction, will be headed to a wildfire recovery project in Lane County. “We simply need…

On Aug 16th, Governor Tina Kotek led a Mobilization Ceremony for the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) at the Salem Armory. The Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers will be deploying to the Kosovo Force (KFOR) Mission. The 41st IBCT will be…

On Aug 15th, Governor Tina Kotek co-convened a Summer and After School Learning Summit sponsored by the Oregon Community Foundation and Gray Family Foundation. The daylong summit is an essential step in shaping a long-term plan and roadmap for…

On Aug 15th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Ryan S. Joslin as District Attorney of Benton County. Joslin will fill a vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of John Haroldson. Joslin received nearly 99% of the vote in the…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the afternoon of August 10, 2024 in response to the Dixon Fire in Douglas County. The Douglas County Fire Defense Board requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire…

This week, Governor Tina Kotek celebrated the Housewarming Celebration of Portland International Airport’s (PDX) new main terminal ahead of the grand opening. “I’m excited to celebrate the grand opening of Portland International…

On Aug 13th, Governor Kotek, Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade, and State Treasurer Tobias Read, who together make up the State Land Board which oversees the Department of State Lands (DSL) celebrated the 50th anniversary of the South Slough…

Fire in Baker County marks twelfth invocation of Conflagration Act this wildfire season Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the evening of August 6, 2024 in response to the Town Gulch Fire in Baker County. The Baker…

Visit marks eighth of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year Last week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited the Klamath Tribes. The visit is part of Governor…

Oregon State Fire Marshal mobilizes resources to Elk Lane Fire in Jefferson County Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the morning of August 5, 2024, in response to the Elk Lane Fire in Jefferson County. The Jefferson…

Visit marks seventh of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year. Last week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited the Burns Paiute Tribe. The visit is part of…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the eighth time of the fire season on the evening of August 1, 2024, in response to the Telephone Fire in Harney County. The resources necessary for protecting life and property from…

This week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson attended the grand opening of New Spirit Village, a new housing development dedicated to fire-victim families in Southern Oregon. They were joined by Representative Pam Marsh…

On July 30th, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff between sunrise on July 31 to sunset on August 1. Maxwell, an Idaho resident, was piloting a single engine air tanker (SEAT) in the vicinity of…

On July 26th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Keri J. Smith Church to the Benton County Circuit Court. Smith fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Locke Williams. The appointment is effective immediately. …

Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians co-hosts return of annual summit This week, Governor Tina Kotek convened the 2024 Tribal-State Government-to-Government Summit, co-hosted by the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, in Canyonville at…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the morning of July 20 in response to the Durkee Fire and on the afternoon of July 21 in response to the Battle Mountain Complex, which includes the Monkey Creek, Snake and North Fork…

On July 23rd, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it has awarded the State of Oregon $197 million from the federal Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program. This is the largest award announced in the…

Visit marks sixth of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year This past week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua…

Several fires burn in Umatilla County Salem, OR - Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the evening of July 17, in response to several fires in Umatilla County. The resources necessary for protecting life and property from…

Salem, OR - On July 18, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Christine K. Herbert and Matthew A. Rowan to the Jackson County Circuit Court. Herbert fills position 5, the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Timothy…

On July 17, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on Thursday, July 18, in memory of the life and service of Peter Michael Coleman Courtney, the former…

Plan to boost funding by estimated $515 million over current service level follows through on commitment to address K-12 education funding On July 17, 2024, the Office of Governor Tina Kotek unveiled a proposal to boost the current service level…

State Fire Marshal partners with Washington state fire service for additional resources to battle Falls Fire Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the morning of July 14, in response to the Falls Fire in Harney County.…

On July 16, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced the passing of former Oregon Senate President Peter Courtney. He passed this morning from complications related to cancer at his home in Salem surrounded by his family. Courtney was the longest serving…

Emergency declaration permits use of all necessary and appropriate resources of the State of Oregon to support wildland fire response On July 15, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency because of the imminent threat of wildfire…

Clean up is part of $20 million graffiti abatement and trash investment, a recommendation from the Portland Central City Task Force On Sunday morning, Governor Tina Kotek joined the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Multnomah County, the…

On July 12, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint James Gibson to the Columbia County Justice Court. Gibson will fill a vacancy created by the upcoming resignation of Diana M. Shera Taylor. Gibson (he/him) received nearly 98% of…

The 142nd Wing of the Oregon Air National Guard is the first operational unit to receive the F-15EX On July 12, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek joined the National Guard Bureau, and the Oregon Military Department for the unveiling of the first F-15EX…

Cow Valley Fire burning in Malheur County, northwest of Vale Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the morning of July 12, 2024, in response to a wildfire in Malheur County: the Cow Valley Fire. The resources necessary for…

July 10, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Michael J. Riedel to the Multnomah County Family Court. Riedel fills the vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Judge Susan Svetkey. Riedel (he/his) received 98% of the…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on the evening of July 9, 2024, in response to a wildfire in Wasco County: the Larch Creek Fire. The resources necessary for protecting life and property from the Larch Creek Fire are…

July 5, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Elizabeth R. Lemoine to the Washington County Circuit Court. Lemoine will fill the 16th judicial position created by Senate Bill 1541. The appointment is effective immediately. …

July 5, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek declared a statewide extreme heat emergency as the state prepares for high temperatures, both day and night, currently forecasted through next Tuesday. “Extreme weather events are now the new normal for…

In advance of excessive heat warnings for most of the state this holiday week from noon Thursday through Sunday evening, Governor Tina Kotek is reminding Oregonians to take extra precautions to stay safe. State agencies are mobilizing resources and…

On July 1, 2024 - Visit to Warm Springs Reservation marks fifth of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year Last week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited…

On June 27, 2024 - Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Jefferson County through Executive Order 24-08 and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Jefferson…

Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act in the afternoon of June 25, 2024, in response to a wildfire in Deschutes County: the Darlene 3 Fire burning in east Deschutes County near La Pine. The resources necessary for protecting…

On June 25th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Nickolas A. Brajcich to the Columbia County Circuit Court. Brajcich will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Cathleen B. Callahan. The appointment is effective…

On June 21st, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Christopher J. Parosa as District Attorney of Lane County. Parosa will fill a vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Patricia Perlow. Parosa received nearly 67% of the vote in…

On June 21st, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Jenna Wallace as District Attorney of Lincoln County. Wallace will fill a vacancy created by the upcoming resignation of Lanee Danforth. Wallace received 55% of the vote in the May…

On June 19th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a proclamation honoring June 19, 2024 as Juneteenth across Oregon. Governor Kotek also joined Oregon Black Pioneers, Just Walk Salem Keizer and the Willamette Heritage Center for their annual Juneteenth In…

On Monday, Governor Tina Kotek joined the Early Literacy Educator Preparation Council for their final meeting to offer gratitude to council members for their work over the past year and provide comments on their final recommendations to strengthen…

On June 17th, Governor Tina Kotek and Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Director Phil Castle announced the department eliminated the police training backlog, which reached up to seven months at its peak. This was achieved…

Visit with Coquille Indian Tribe marks fourth visit of commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year This week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson spent the day with the Coquille Indian…

Oregon’s Digital Equity Plan was recently approved with an allocation of $9.9 million in initial federal funding to implement the Digital Equity Plan On June 13, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek hosted a roundtable event in Coos Bay to foster…

Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), Lam Research, and Siltronic contracts finalized On June 12th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), Lam Research, and Siltronic have finalized their Oregon CHIPS Act contracts. The funding, which…

On June 11th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a proclamation declaring the month of June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Oregon. “Pride is about love, acceptance, and community,” Governor Kotek said. “Great joy and great struggle have…

On June 4th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will appoint Cristina S. Patnode, former Gilliam County Justice of the Peace, to the vacant position of Gilliam County Commission Judge, pursuant to ORS 236.210. Patnode received nearly 62% of the…

Governor and Senator Wyden co-convene Clean Tech Manufacturing Task Force to advance Oregon’s transition to a clean energy economy. On Thursday, Governor Tina Kotek, Senator Ron Wyden, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, and leaders in the…

On May 29th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the June revenue forecast: “Oregon’s economy continues to be stable and productive. We have made meaningful progress on issues of top concern for Oregonians and worked…

On May 24th, Governor Tina Kotek ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff pursuant of 4 U.S.C. 7m and the President's Proclamation, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024, from 12:01 am until noon the same day. …

Visit to Grand Ronde marks third visit of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nations of Oregon this year. Last Friday, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson spent the day with the Confederated…

On May 16th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she is proposing a $40 million state investment to allow container service to continue at Port of Portland’s Terminal 6. Of the total $40 million proposed, $35 million will come from the…

On May 15th, the Office of Governor Tina Kotek and state agency leaders who manage wildfires and conflagrations provided a briefing as the 2024 wildfire season approaches, including steps Oregonians should take to prepare. “Wildfires will…

On May 14th, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff pursuant to a Presidential Proclamation in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. The flag should be flown at half-staff from midnight until sunset…

On May 13th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the Oregon Department of Justice’s findings related to former Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission leaders and employees setting aside specialty liquors for personal use. The…

On May 8th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she has appointed new directors for the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB). Ivan Gall, who most recently served as the interim deputy director of…

On May 8th, Governor Tina Kotek hosted a celebration to announce the statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The announcement means that the state will work toward its goal to make books from the program available to all…

On May 8th, Governor Tina Kotek submitted a list of state board and commission appointments to the Oregon Senate for confirmation. The Senate Committee on Rules is scheduled to consider the nominations during May Legislative Days, which run from May…

On May 6th, Governor Tina Kotek hosted a signing ceremony for a package of bills that passed during the 2024 session that are aimed at addressing the housing and homelessness crises. “Across the state — from big and mid-size cities to…

On May 4th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a proclamation declaring May 5, 2024, as Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Awareness Day. “For far too long, the unsolved deaths and disappearances of Indigenous persons, especially women,…

Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to criminal activity in Portland on Thursday: ”I fully condemn the criminal actions taken Thursday morning that resulted in the burning of 15 Portland Police Bureau cars, endangering first…

On May 1st, Governor Tina Kotek issued the following statement regarding the role of the First Spouse: “Fellow Oregonians, I want you to know that my focus is doing the best job possible for you and your families. I take responsibility for…

Governor Tina Kotek announced on April 30th, that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Benton County Circuit Court created by the planned retirement of Judge Locke A. Williams. The Governor thanked Judge Williams for his…

Visit to CTUIR marks second visit of Governor’s commitment to visit all nine federally recognized Tribal nation of Oregon this year. On April 25th, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson spent the day with the Confederated…

Governor calls on Oregonians to submit applications for advisory committee membership On April 24th, Governor Tina Kotek issued a proclamation celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Regional Solutions Program being established and recommitting to…

Coalition of industry, state and local government, and higher education representatives will coordinate the development of a proposal to the U.S. Department of Commerce On April 22nd, at an event celebrating Intel's plans to invest more than $36…

Governor expands executive team and names new Housing and Homelessness Initiative Director On April 18th, Governor Tina Kotek announced Chris Warner as her permanent Chief of Staff and named additional staff to her executive leadership team.…

$5 million from Oregon CHIPS Act to be allocated to new Child Care Fund On April 17th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that $5 million from the Oregon CHIPS Act will be allocated to the new Oregon CHIPS Child Care Fund created by House Bill 4098,…

Legislators and advocates join the Governor at Washington Elementary School in Woodburn to mark the signing of House Bill 4082 On April 17th, Governor Tina Kotek hosted a signing ceremony for House Bill 4082, which legislators passed and the…

Governor provides signing letters for policy and budget bills On April 17th, Governor Tina Kotek provided a full list of signing letters for budget and policy bills from the 2024 legislative session, confirming she will not make any line-item…

On April 14th, Governor Tina Kotek announced that President Joe Biden approved her request for a federal major disaster declaration pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Act on behalf of the State of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz…

The Oregon State Marine Board’s Waterway Access Permit Program has entered the fifth year of implementation; however, compliance is still low compared to other boating requirements. In 2019, the Oregon Legislature approved the waterway…

The notice relates to budget items in Senate Bill 1530 and Senate Bill 5701 Salem, OR – On April 8th, pursuant to Article V, section 15b, of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Tina Kotek provided notice to the Legislature that she is…

Today, Governor Tina Kotek hosted a signing ceremony for House Bill 4024,* which legislators passed and the Governor signed this year to establish campaign contribution limits. “Often, the word ‘historic’ can feel overused. But I…

Today, the Oregon Commission for Women (OCFW) announced the following recipients of their annual Women of Achievement Awards 2024: Sarah Koski, Emerging Leader Award; Solome Mekbib, Professional Achievement Award; Liani Reeves, Lifetime…

Mika Ingram, Health Equity Team Lead, delivered an informational update to highlight key pieces of the HB 4052 interim report, submitted in late 2023, to the House Committee on Behavioral Health and Health Care at the State Capitol. Joined by…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff immediately in honor and remembrance of the victims of the horrific tragedy in Allen, Texas. The order is in accordance with a…

Joseph, OR—Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited communities in Union and Wallowa counties as part of the One Oregon Listening Tour on Thursday, May 4 and Friday, May 5. They met with a wide range of leaders, community…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on Sunday, May 7, in recognition of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The order is in…

Elgin, OR—Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited communities in Morrow and Umatilla counties on Wednesday, May 3, and Thursday, May 4, including stops in Boardman, Echo, Hermiston, and Pendleton. On Wednesday, the…

Pendleton, OR—Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Marion County Circuit Court created by the planned retirement of Judge David E. Leith. The Governor thanked Judge Leith for his…

Salem, OR—Today, in response to Secretary of State Shemia Fagan’s resignation, Governor Tina Kotek issued the following statement: “This morning, Secretary Fagan informed me of her decision to resign. I support this decision.…

Portland, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited Multnomah County for the ninth stop of her One Oregon Listening Tour. “Returning to Multnomah County today provided an opportunity to hear from people…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Clackamas County Circuit Court created by the planned retirement of Judge Thomas J. Rastetter. The Governor thanked Judge Rastetter…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek and Oregon Housing and Community Services announced that funding contracts for the Homelessness State of Emergency have been signed and funding will start being distributed to the regional multi-agency…

Salem, OR—Today the Housing Production Advisory Council, which Governor Tina Kotek established to ramp up home construction across Oregon, released its next steps for reaching the state’s housing production goals. “Oregonians…

Hood River, OR—In response to the recent Pacific Fishery Management Council’s (PFMC) recommendation to close all commercial ocean fisheries for Chinook Salmon from Cape Falcon (on the north Oregon coast) to the California border through…

Salem, OR—As the U.S. Supreme Court delays issuing a decision on a lower-court ruling that would limit access to medication abortion, Governor Kotek today announced that the state of Oregon has partnered with Oregon Health and Science…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Wasco County through Executive Order 23-10, and a drought in Harney County through Executive Order 23-11 and is directing state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to both…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek today marked her 100th day in office by highlighting the progress made – and the investments that are needed this session – to deliver on her top three priorities: housing and homelessness, mental…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that the State has accepted Multnomah County’s updated plan for use of emergency homelessness funding. The plan details how the area will rehouse 275 households and create 140 new shelter…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the death of Nyssa Police Department Reserve Officer Joseph Johnson, who was killed in the line of duty. Officer Johnson was also an Oregon Department of Corrections…

Independence, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek visited communities in Polk County for the sixth stop of her One Oregon Listening Tour. Governor Kotek traveled to Dallas, Monmouth and Independence to hear diverse perspectives on housing and…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 4 – the Oregon CHIPS Act – into law during a ceremonial bill signing after both bills passed with bipartisan support last week. The Governor was joined by lawmakers and…

Portland, OR—Today Governor Tina Kotek announced how much funding each region within Oregon's homelessness state of emergency will receive from the state, as well as the specific outcomes local communities are expected to achieve with the…

Salem, OR—In response to the ongoing groundwater contamination in the Lower Umatilla Basin, today Governor Tina Kotek reiterated her commitment to coordinating an inter-agency response that includes testing and treatment of affected wells,…

Salem, OR—Today, Tina Kotek issued the following statement in response to the Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. U.S. Food and Drug Administration ruling. The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed last November by anti-abortion groups in Texas.…

Hillsboro, OR—As the Oregon Legislature nears the passage of Senate Bill 4 to maximize federal funds from the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act of 2022, Governor Tina Kotek today joined United States…

Salem, OR—The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) today announced its plan to end reimbursement standards for remote work that were established during the COVID-19 pandemic. The reinstated policy, which comes at the direction of…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bills 5019 and 2001 into law during her first ceremonial bill signing as Governor after both bills passed with bipartisan support last week. The Governor was joined by lawmakers and advocates…

Salem, OR—Today, in accordance with the Presidential Proclamation ordering the lowering of flags to half-staff, Governor Tina Kotek ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset March 31 to honor the…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought in Grant and Deschutes counties through Executive Order 23-08, and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. Both counties have portions of extreme drought…

Lincoln City, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek visited communities in Lincoln County for the fifth stop of her One Oregon Listening Tour. Governor Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson participated in four activities to hear diverse…

Corvallis, OR—I appreciate the co-chairs’ thoughtful approach in developing this budget framework. We share a mission-focused vision: rather than scores of new programs, we need to prioritize investments that will deliver meaningful…

Corvallis, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek visited communities in Benton County for the fourth stop of her One Oregon Listening Tour. Governor Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson participated in three sessions with community members to…

St. Helens, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek visited communities in Columbia County on the third stop of her One Oregon Listening Tour. Governor Kotek participated in three community conversations on the topics of education, mental health and…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement commending the Oregon Legislature for passing bipartisan legislation to address the state’s housing and homelessness crisis, including the urgent funding she proposed in response to…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that Malheur County meets the criteria to be included in the Homelessness State of Emergency she declared on her first day in office, January 10, 2023. “Malheur County has an overwhelming…

Salem, OR—Today, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced 60 highlights of her administration to mark her first 60 days on the job. Governor Kotek and her team have hit the ground running to work on delivering results that will improve the…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she will be appointing Dave Baden as Interim Director for the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) effective March 17th. Dave Baden is currently OHA’s chief financial officer (CFO) and has a…

Salem, OR—On her first full day in office, Governor Tina Kotek signed an executive order that set an ambitious housing production goal of 36,000 homes per year and established a council of leaders charged with developing an action plan to meet…

Salem, OR—Today, in her first legislative testimony since her inauguration, Governor Tina Kotek urged the legislature to pass $155 million to reduce homelessness in all regions of Oregon. On her first full day in office, Governor Kotek…

Salem, OR—Oregon is aggressively pursuing opportunities to bring home a portion of the $52 billion for semiconductor manufacturing and research made available under the federal CHIPS and Science Act. To that end, today Governor Tina Kotek…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek today declared a state of emergency in Multnomah County due to ongoing severe cold and inclement weather. This declaration comes at the request of Multnomah County Chair Vega Pederson and is based on the…

Salem, OR—In a significant step following her executive order declaring a homelessness state of emergency ( EO 23-02 ), today Governor Tina Kotek kicked off the first meeting of the regional multi-agency group that will support the emergency…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek made the following statement in response to the first state revenue forecast of 2023. “As inflation continues to slow, this revenue forecast shows that we can anticipate having more predictability…

Roseburg, OR—Today Governor Tina Kotek visited communities in Douglas County for the second stop of her “One Oregon Listening Tour,” marking the first tour stop since her inauguration. Governor Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought in Crook and Jefferson counties through Executive Order 23-05 , and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. This is the first drought declaration of 2023. …

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced she is recommending that the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission appoint Craig Prins as interim director. The commission will meet on Wednesday, February 15, to consider this recommendation. …

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset February 15 to honor Gresham Firefighter Brandon Norbury, who died after suffering cardiac arrest while on duty.…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the 2023 Winter Meeting of the National Governors Association, which was held from February 9 to 11 and included meetings with President Joe Biden and Vice President…

On January 10, 2023, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek marked her first full day in office by signing three executive orders aimed at tackling the state’s housing and homelessness crisis. Today, Governor Kotek reflected on the progress made in her…

Salem , OR—Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Jackson County Circuit Court created by the planned retirement of Judge Joseph M. Charter. The Governor thanked Judge Charter for…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she is accepting applications for her newly created Housing Production Advisory Council. The council was established through an executive order on January 10, the Governor’s first full…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek unveiled her budget recommendations for the 2023-25 biennium, titled “Mission Focused” because of its focus on three top priorities: building more housing and reducing homelessness; improving…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced three new staff members who are joining her Communications Team: Elisabeth Shepard joins the administration as the Governor’s new Press Secretary. Shepard brings nearly a decade of…

Salem, OR—Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced details of her urgent request to state lawmakers to invest $130 million toward reducing the number of unsheltered Oregonians in 2023. Currently, there are approximately 18,000 Oregonians…

Salem, OR—Governor Kotek announced today that she is inviting applications for the position of Klamath County District Attorney, to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Eve Costello. Governor Kotek intends to fill the District Attorney…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she is accepting applications for a judicial vacancy on the Coos County Circuit Court created by the elevation of Judge Megan L. Jacquot to the Oregon Court of Appeals. The Governor thanked…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff to honor the victims and survivors of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on January 21, 2023, in Monterey Park, California.…

Portland, OR—Governor Tina Kotek pledged to take urgent action addressing community safety and livability issues, and in her first week in office, she delivered on multiple fronts. On her first full day, Gov. Kotek declared a homelessness…

Salem, OR—Governor Tina Kotek is launching her new administration by setting ambitious goals for improving customer service and delivering on a focused agenda. Yesterday, she sent a letter to all agency leaders outlining new expectations that…

Salem, OR—Today Governor Tina Kotek announced key hires who will stand up a new Office of Public Administration within the Governor’s Office. The new office structure aims to strengthen partnerships between Governor Kotek and agency…

Salem, OR—[Salem, OR] — On her first full day in office today, Governor Tina Kotek signed three executive orders aimed at tackling the state’s housing and homelessness crisis: setting an ambitious state target to increase home…

Portland, OR—Colt Gill, Director of the Oregon Department of Education, to Retire After Legislative Session [Portland, OR] — Today Governor-Elect Tina Kotek announced two new staff members who will join her administration to lead…

Salem, OR—[Salem, OR] Today Tina Kotek was sworn in as the 39th Governor of the State of Oregon. After taking the oath of office, Governor Kotek delivered her inaugural address before a Joint Session of the Oregon Legislative Assembly. In…

Portland, OR—Announcement includes Deputy Chief of Staff, General Counsel, and Directors to Lead Communications, Legislative Affairs and Racial Justice Work Portland, OR — Today Governor-Elect Tina Kotek announced several senior staff…

Salem, OR—Media availability to be held on Tuesday, Kotek’s first full day in office [Salem, OR] - Tina Kotek will be sworn in as the 39th Governor of the State of Oregon on Monday, January 9, 2023. Chief Justice Meagan A. Flynn will…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today announced five appointments to fill judicial vacancies, all effective January 1, 2023. The Governor appointed Judge Stephen Bushong and Judge Bronson James to the Oregon Supreme Court, Judge Megan Jacquot to…

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Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown issued the following statement today, after the U.S. Senate confirmed President Biden's appointment of Oregon Department of Agriculture Director Alexis Taylor as the Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today issued an order that remitted uncollected court fines and fees associated with certain traffic violation cases that resulted in debt-based driver’s license suspensions. This action creates a path for…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown announced today that she will appoint judges to the Jackson and Klamath County Circuit Courts. Governor Brown will appoint Jeremy Markiewicz to the Jackson County Circuit Court to fill the vacancy created by Judge…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today announced that she will use her executive clemency powers to commute the sentences of the 17 individuals on Oregon’s death row to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. “I have…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today is exercising her executive authority under ORS Chapter 401 in response to a surge of adult and pediatric cases and hospitalizations of respiratory viruses––including Respiratory Syncytial Virus…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, Dec. 7. "We benefit every day from the…

Governor Kate Brown Signs Agreement to Continue Building Trade Partnerships at Vietnam-U.S. Trade Forum 2022 The Governor led Oregon's trade mission to Vietnam this month, focused on opportunities to promote trade, exports, education, and…

Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset today, November 29, in honor and remembrance of United States Representative Donald McEachin. "I was saddened to learn…