Oregon Legislature Faces Delays in Transportation Bill Progress
TL;DR
Oregon Democrats have delayed a key transportation funding bill due to the absence of Senator Chris Gorsek, who is recovering from health issues. The delay pushes back the vote and related budget decisions, risking layoffs at the Oregon Department of Transportation unless the bill passes. Governor Tina Kotek remains optimistic about the bill's passage once Gorsek returns, but the session has faced multiple setbacks.
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- Oregon Democrats put special session on hold amid key senator’s absence Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
- Gov. Tina Kotek’s transportation funding package clears Oregon House, moves to Senate Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
- After false starts, Oregon House passes transportation tax package Oregon Capital Chronicle
- Oregon House passes transportation bill, now heads to Senate for vote in special session KATU
- Oregon Senate delays vote on transportation bill for 2 weeks after key voter falls through KGW
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