revenue

Oregon’s new state economist comes bearing gifts to lawmakers and taxpayers alike

Dirk VanderHart

Carl Riccadonna says the state should expect billions more in tax revenue than his predecessor predicted. That could mean a much bigger ‘kicker’ for Oregon taxpayers.

A close-up photo of the sign in front of the Oregon Department of Revenue headquarters. The sign reads "Revenue" and "955."

Economy & Business

Close to $1 billion could be sent to Oregon taxpayers thanks to unique ‘kicker’ law

Lauren Dake

Oregon’s latest revenue forecast suggests yet another kicker is coming in 2026

FILE - The Oregon Capitol in Salem. The latest revenue forecast indicates state lawmakers will have more money to spend on housing, addiction and more than initially anticipated.

Politics & Government

Oregon lawmakers have more to spend as they rush to tackle housing, addiction crises

Dirk VanderHart

The state’s latest revenue forecast will dictate which spending bills survive the legislative session.

Democrats will maintain control of both legislative chambers next year, but their margin isn't as wide.

Politics & Government

Oregon’s massive kicker is spurring a fresh look at the state’s unique tax rebate law

Dirk VanderHart

The state will send a jaw-dropping $5.6 billion back to taxpayers next year, ratcheting up pressure on a policy voters love.

The newly passed American Rescue Plan will send $2.6 billion into state coffers. Lawmakers say that's more than enough to stave off budget cuts — and should allow them to proactively address ongoing crises.

Politics & Government

Oregon lawmakers poised to address crises with increased funds next year

Dirk VanderHart

The latest state revenue forecast predicts an additional $335 million in the current budget.

Oregon lawmakers are finishing up their annual session at the state Capitol.

Politics & Government

A major revenue boost could supercharge the next Oregon budget — and money headed back to taxpayer

Dirk VanderHart

Oregonians would see a record $5.5 billion kicker rebate under a newly released revenue forecast.

<p>The Oregon Capitol in Salem, Ore., Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019. A new bill passed by the Legislature this summer drastically limits application of the death penalty.</p>

Economy & Business

Oregon headed for “mild recession,” say state economists

Chris M Lehman

Oregon could be headed into a recession next year. That prediction was made Wednesday during a quarterly economist forecast to state lawmakers.

Politics & Government

New Revenue For The City: To Meet The Challenge Or Not?

Recorded on: Friday, November 22, 2013Air date: Monday, November 25, 2013The question before City Club on November 22: Is there a place for new revenue in…