"Gov. Kotek Takes Action to Address Homelessness Crisis with Rent Caps and Housing Boost"

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed several new laws aimed at increasing housing options and preventing homelessness. The bills include measures to limit rent increases for publicly supported housing, cap annual rent increases, make it easier to build affordable housing, and allocate funds for housing and community services. Governor Kotek emphasized the importance of producing results and addressing the housing crisis, particularly the issue of unsheltered individuals. She plans to focus on boosting housing production in the next legislative session.