Making Oregonians more economically secure requires a minimum wage that isn’t stuck in place, but rather makes forward progress, lifting
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While Oregon is witnessing a resurgence of labor activity and a growing demand for union representation, worker organizing still faces
For most of us, Labor Day is a day of well-earned leisure, a time to celebrate the contributions of workers.
Oregon can improve the economic well-being of its people by ensuring that all workers enjoy the right to form a
Chair Holvey, Vice-Chair Elmer, Vice-Chair Sosa, and Members of the Committee, My name is Janet Bauer, Director of Policy Research
Undocumented workers in Oregon are more likely than not to perform work considered essential during the pandemic, yet they have
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A disaster for struggling families
The massive reconciliation bill passed by Congress on the eve of the 4th of July holiday will leave many Oregon
July 10, 2025

Another harm from the monstrous U.S. House reconciliation bill: less state revenue
The reconciliation bill passed by the U.S. House is truly monstrous, slashing health care and nutrition assistance to help pay
June 12, 2025

“This is a terrible bill”: Rep. Salinas discusses House tax and budget package
Just ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a budget reconciliation bill – a massive
May 30, 2025
Victories, missed opportunities, and setbacks: a recap of the 2025 Oregon legislative session
As the gavel fell on the 2025 Oregon legislative session, we saw several victories for working Oregonians — wins that