There is growing interest in the power of Workforce Standards Boards to improve pay and working conditions in industries with
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A dozen Oregon organizations sent a letter to the state’s congressional delegation today calling on them to oppose tax cuts
For too long, Oregonians have had to go through a middle-man to file taxes. But now, Direct File has arrived,
OCPP is advocating for three legislative priorities designed to lift up workers, support families, and strengthen communities.
Many older workers run up against age discrimination in the workplace. The Oregon legislature needs to remedy the problem, says
As the year approaches, we recap some of our accomplishments over the past 12 months and preview the upcoming year.
Tax subsidies for data centers bring few benefits for Oregonians and many downsides
Experiments in Oregon and across the country show that guaranteed income, unconditional cash, is very effective at improving economic and
Rather than open job opportunities for native-born workers, mass deportations would lead to a negative ripple effect throughout the job
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The Myth of Oregon’s “Bad Business Climate”
By a number of indicators, Oregon’s economy outperforms that of most other states.
April 23, 2026

Tobias Read on How Oregon Is Resisting Trump’s Voting Crackdown
In this episode, Alejandro Queral speaks with Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read, the state’s chief elections officer, on efforts
April 9, 2026

“We’ve Been Very Foolish”: Inside Oregon’s Data Center Boom
Oregon is one of the nation’s top destinations for data centers, attracted by the state’s cheap power and favorable climate.
March 12, 2026

Direct File: an easy and free way to file taxes
This year, eligible Oregonians can file their taxes for free using IRS Direct File. This online tool is linked to