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Unions · SalemAfter weeks of preparation, Democratic lawmakers in Oregon began a special session Friday – and immediately failed spectacularly to advance a major transportation package on the promised timeline.See the Story
Democrats in Oregon Legislature Once Again Fail to Fulfill Promises on Transportation Funding Plan
57% Center coverage: 7 sources

Burning ManOnce again the Democrats in Oregon have shown they are not there to represent the citizens of Oregon. No one has been held accountable for the mismanagement of ODOT or the waste of tax dollars in Oregon.See the Story
Letter: We Don’t Even Get a Vote in the Matter
75% Center coverage: 4 sources

Salem, Oregon · SalemONTARIO — A transportation funding package passed the Oregon House of Representatives with a bare minimum of 36 votes. The bill will add to fuel taxes, transportation payroll taxes, and vehicle registration fees.See the Story
Transportation payroll tax may double to keep ODOT afloat
67% Left coverage: 3 sources