Oregon lawmakers convene to address transportation funding amid quorum delays
TL;DR
Oregon's special legislative session aimed at passing a transportation funding package was hampered on its first day due to a lack of quorum in the House, delaying proceedings and highlighting political disagreements over tax increases and budget priorities, with Republicans proposing alternative funding strategies and unionized workers rallying to prevent layoffs.
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