“As drafted, these arbitrary maps do not seriously deal with the problem in our forests. We need to stop reclassifying land and passing more burdensome regulations that continue to drive up costs on Oregonians and instead deal with the real problem – forest management. State and federal land mismanagement are the driving force behind our wildfire issues, not private land, but … [Read more...] about Leader Breese-Iverson Statement on Misguided Proposed Wildfire Risk Map
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House Republican Leader Issues Statement on Supreme Court Decision
“I applaud the Supreme Court’s decision to return this issue back to the states. Oregon continues to have some of the most extreme abortion laws in the country. Abortion should be rare. I hope today’s decision starts a larger conversation in Oregon that includes educated decisions for women. I see this as a good starting place for spirited debate in the 2023 Legislative … [Read more...] about House Republican Leader Issues Statement on Supreme Court Decision
Oregon House Democrats ignore real emergencies and continue to fail Oregonians
“Inflation, violent crime, drug use and homelessness are all rapidly rising in Oregon and today was a missed opportunity by Democratic leadership to address true emergencies and provide solutions to these critical issues,” said House Republican Leader Vikki Breese-Iverson. “We should be focusing on preserving critical access to healthcare, providing more school resource … [Read more...] about Oregon House Democrats ignore real emergencies and continue to fail Oregonians
Leader Breese-Iverson Statement on Latest Revenue Forecast
"Oregonians have turned over massive amounts of their hard-earned dollars to the state government and not received the services they deserve. Crime, homelessness, and inflation are all on the rise. These facts are undeniable, and taxpayers deserve better. Today’s revenue forecast, combined with bleak national economic indicators, shows us that the legislature must restrain … [Read more...] about Leader Breese-Iverson Statement on Latest Revenue Forecast
Revenue Forecast Highlights Need to Protect Taxpayers’ Kicker
Oregon’s economists project that Oregon budgets will have big surpluses, much of which will be returned to taxpayers based on how much in taxes they paid in. “Thanks to the Kicker, Oregonians will get some of their taxes back and with it, a much needed break from the increasing burden of inflation,” Senate Republican Leader Tim Knopp (R-Bend) said. “The Kicker continues to act … [Read more...] about Revenue Forecast Highlights Need to Protect Taxpayers’ Kicker
