Oregon advances transportation funding bills amid ongoing session

The Oregon House has passed a transportation funding bill aimed at increasing taxes to support highway maintenance and preserve jobs, with the bill now heading to the Senate for a final vote during a special session called by Governor Tina Kotek. The bill includes amendments to limit tax increases and sunset a payroll tax hike in 2028, and its passage is crucial for funding transportation projects and avoiding major highway impacts. Supporters emphasize the bill's importance for road safety and jobs, while opponents criticize it as a significant tax increase.