Vikki Breese-Iverson

A pair of Republican lawmakers say they’ll attempt to roll back some of Oregon’s sanctuary protections next year, as the party signals it will highlight border security in this year’s election.

State Sen. Lynn Findley, R-Vale, will not seek reelection next year. One former House Republican leader is already rolling out a campaign.

A former police sergeant, Helfrich is serving in is first full term in the House He replaces Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson, who stepped down.

Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson has led the House Republican caucus since late 2021. She faced a possible challenge to keep the role in internal elections.

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

After three years, and several revisions, it seems everyone agrees the system for dealing with harassment complaints in the statehouse is broken.

Oregon’s governor would have the power to appoint a U-S Senator if the position becomes vacant in the middle of a term, under legislation being considered in Salem.

When the Oregon legislature convenes its 2022 session next week, two Willamette Valley lawmakers will take on prominent new roles in House leadership.