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213 stories · Updated automatically as reporting is publishedEconomists project that Oregon's tax revenue will exceed expectations by $4.97 billion, resulting in a $3.7 billion personal kicker for taxpayers in 2024. Some lawmakers are discussing suspe...
Salem Business JournalAt a Portland event, EPA’s Jennie Romer announced $751,550 in pollution prevention grants for Oregon, Idaho, and the Knik Tribal Council. These funds support initiatives that reduce pollut...
Salem Business JournalIn Oregon's competitive gubernatorial race, voters in Marion and Polk counties, especially Salem, will influence party majorities in the legislature. Democrats have held power for a decade,...
Salem Business JournalThe Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance in Salem has launched a comprehensive plan to tackle chronic homelessness among unsheltered adults in the Marion-Polk region, where 62% are affect...
Salem Business JournalAs inflation rises and elections approach, Americans focus on money-saving strategies, including tax plans. In 2018, they paid $3.3 trillion in federal taxes and $950.5 billion in state taxe...
Salem Business JournalA task force released a draft report proposing a comprehensive statewide health insurance plan for Oregon, eliminating various costs and funded by federal revenue and new taxes. If approved,...
Salem Business JournalStarting in 2023, Oregon will implement a Paid Family Medical Leave program, allowing workers to apply for paid leave starting September. This law, passed in 2019, enables up to 12 weeks of...
Salem Business Journal“The Rehearsal†on HBO features Nathan Fielder helping people prepare for significant life events through simulations. Other notable projects include Laika's “Wildwood,†Guillermo de...
Salem Business JournalA new Oregon law, effective October 1, 2022, prohibits hiring bonuses to promote equality, impacting businesses like Tri-Met and McMennamins. As other states increase their bonuses, Oregon f...
Salem Business JournalIn November, Salem voters will decide on a $300 million community improvement bond, funding various projects including infrastructure, affordable housing, and public safety. The bond will no...
Salem Business JournalTravel Salem, SEDCOR, Fly Salem Committee, and the Salem Chamber of Commerce urged the City Council to prioritize efforts for restoring commercial air service at Salem Airport. They highligh...
Salem Business JournalIn June, the Salem City Council prioritized the $300 million Community Improvement Bond and the 2022-23 budget. Key proposals included funding for infrastructure, youth bus passes, and affor...
Salem Business JournalIn 2019, Oregon established a Task Force on Universal Health Care under Senate Bill 770, advocating for a publicly funded single-payer system. While promising no out-of-pocket costs and pote...
Salem Business JournalNFIB has partnered with various business groups to challenge Oregon’s Climate Protection Program (CPP), claiming it lacks legislative approval. They argue the CPP will harm small businesse...
Salem Business JournalPart of my work as a State Representative involves getting decisions on proposed laws. There is more than one way to get legislation to the House Floor to vote on...
Salem Business JournalThe Fly Salem Steering Committee has worked for five years to restore air service in Salem, Oregon. They've made significant progress with a new airline committed to start flights by October...
Salem Business JournalThe legislation incorporates financial and life skills into high school programs, equipping young individuals with essential knowledge for their future. Tigard, Oregon (February 16, 2023) Th...
Salem Business JournalSALEM, Oregon – The 2022 Oregon Main Street Annual Report shares programmatic highlights as well as annual and cumulative revitalization statistics from communities participating in the Ma...
Salem Business JournalSALEM, ORE. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) will resume accepting new applications for the Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program on March 8, 2023. The agency estima...
Salem Business JournalThe author reflects on their journey from Executive Director of the Keizer Chamber of Commerce to Commissioner of Marion County, emphasizing the role's significance in serving nearly 350,000...
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