SALEM, Ore. — In addition to gun control, another debate at the state capital is whether or not to allow a tax on tobacco. The House narrowly passed the measure to allow counties to tax cigarettes on Thursday. Tobacco taxes are currently the exclusive authority of the state. Proponents say the bill would help struggling … Continue reading »
Oregon Lawmakers Discuss Budget, Safety
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon legislators could unveil a new budget plan as early as Monday, which could give a big boost to schools. Budget writers are working on a two-year spending plan and say this plan will include at least an additional billion dollars for schools in the state. Some say it could be enough … Continue reading »
Possible Changes To Oregon Liquor Laws
SHADY COVE, Ore. –- An effort is underway to change the liquor laws in the state of Oregon. The Northwest Grocery Association is making a push for grocers to be able to sell more than beer and wine in Oregon. The Shady Cove Market is one of the very few grocery stores in the area … Continue reading »
State Hires Temporary Workers
SALEM, Ore. — Many state jobs that have come back to Oregon since the 2008 recession have only been temporary work. A report from the Oregon Department of Administrative Services says two-thirds of state government jobs added since 2008 were seasonal or temporary work. Some jobs were filled as part of special projects or seasonal … Continue reading »
$80 Million Extra For Oregon Budget
SALEM, Ore. — The State of Oregon found an extra $80 million in their budget. The state economists said they underestimated how much money would come in from taxes. The money, which will be filtered into the general fund and lottery will likely mean there are no immediate budget cuts. Economists also pointed out that … Continue reading »
