"Oregon Legislative Update: Drug Policy Shifts and Session Preview"

Oregon's 35-day legislative session begins with a focus on housing, as Gov. Tina Kotek seeks $500 million in state funds to expedite new housing developments and address the homeless and drug crises. The session also involves discussions on criminalizing drug possession, the impact of a recent Oregon Supreme Court ruling on Senate Republicans, changes in leadership within the House, and the state's budget, which will be influenced by the upcoming revenue forecast.