The 2006 Federal Poverty Guidelines released this week highlight the importance to low-wage workers of adjusting the minimum wage for
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In Oregon, as in nearly four out of every five states, federal policies are failing to assure that the benefits
Oregon’s job growth since voters approved increase ranks 9th fastest
News Release An analysis released today by the Oregon Center for Public Policy (OCPP) finds that budget cuts being considered
Oregon children would lose $237 million over next 10 years
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News Release Oregon’s annual cost of living increase in the state minimum wage has increased wages for low-wage workers while
Oregon uses funds for helping poor families be self-sufficient to cover other budget holes
Net Income for Oregon Agriculture Triples Over Two-Year Period, Undermining Ag’s Attack on Oregon’s Minimum Wage
News Release (Silverton) – Even though the economy is growing, earnings and health coverage are down for most Oregon workers,
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