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Oregon Legislature Kicks Off 2026 Session with 300 Bills, Moda Center Deal, and Economic Strategies

Oregon Legislature Kicks Off 2026 Session with 300 Bills, Moda Center Deal, and Economic Strategies

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 Oregon lawmakers have kicked off the 2026 short legislative session with nearly 300 bills, tackling taxes, education funding, and economic growth amid a projected budget gap. Senate President Rob Wagner proposed legislation for the state to co-own Portland's Moda Center with the city, aiming to raise hundreds of millions for renovations to keep the Trail Blazers in town without extra taxpayer costs, according to KGW News. Meanwhile, Portland discovered $8.5 million in unspent arts tax funds, sparking questions about artist payouts. NFIB reports tracking bills like HB 4015 for federal tax conformity and opposition to SB 1507, which would disconnect from federal bonus depreciation to preserve $291 million in state revenue.

On the economy, Central Oregon shows promise with EDCO forecasting steady expansion in lifestyle products, high tech, and manufacturing, supported by over 180 active projects and enterprise zone tweaks. Governor Tina Kotek backed House Bill 4084 for FastTrack permitting and $40 million in industrial site funding to boost jobs. Federal grants announced by Senators Merkley and Wyden total over $92 million for housing, health, education, and infrastructure, including $2 million for Portland affordable housing and funds for rural dental clinics and firefighter training at Central Oregon Community College.

Transportation faces a deepening funding pothole, with ODOT eyeing short-term debt and cuts after failed gas tax hikes, as noted by KLCC. School districts brace for budget cuts as lawmakers debate overhauling the 27-year-old funding model via Senate Bill 1555, facing opposition in Salem. No major recent weather events reported, though communities like Sumpter upgrade centers for wildfire resilience.

Looking Ahead: Watch for transportation package votes, SB 1507 work sessions next week, and Kotek's 2027 renewable energy push under Executive Orders 25-25 and 25-29.

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