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The 2025 Oregon legislature can help ensure that children have a good start in life by strengthening Employment Related Day
This year, eligible Oregonians can file their taxes for free using IRS Direct File. This online tool is linked to
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.
As the year approaches, we recap some of our accomplishments over the past 12 months and preview the upcoming year.
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Oregon Child Care Crisis: How ERDC Running Out of Funds Could Hurt 12,000 Families
Oregon’s subsidized child care program, Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), is on course to run out of money in less
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Underpaid, Overworked, and Essential: Oregon’s Long-Term Care Crisis
In this episode, we examine the crisis in Oregon’s system of long-term care. Demand for long-term care is rising as
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