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local-news1 year ago

St. Helens School District Faces Expanding Abuse Investigations

Three more individuals are under investigation in a sex abuse case at St. Helens High School, Oregon, including two school employees and the district superintendent for failing to report child safety concerns. This follows the arrest of two other employees and an investigation into the high school principal. Governor Tina Kotek has emphasized the seriousness of the situation and the need for accountability, while mandatory reporting training is being implemented for school staff.

via KOIN.com|
#governor-tina-kotek#local-news#mandatory-reporting
politics1 year ago

"Oregon Governor Reverses Drug Decriminalization After Overdose Crisis"

Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek of Oregon has signed legislation to recriminalize the possession of small amounts of certain drugs, overturning a voter-backed measure from 2020 that decriminalized minor drug possession. The move comes as the state grapples with a surge in homelessness, homicides, and overdose deaths. The new law makes drug possession a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in prison and allows for police crackdowns on drug use in public spaces. Another bill signed allocates funds for behavioral health and education programs, emphasizing the need for coordination and non-jail opportunities for misdemeanor sanctions.

via New York Post |
#drug-decriminalization#governor-tina-kotek#law-enforcement
politics1 year ago

"Oregon Governor Signs Bill Recriminalizing Drugs, Reversing Voter Initiative"

Oregon's Governor Tina Kotek signed a bill into law that recriminalizes the possession of small amounts of drugs, reversing a 2020 voter-approved measure that decriminalized personal use possession. The new law makes possession a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail but also encourages diversion to addiction and mental health services instead of the criminal justice system. The shift comes after implementation issues with the previous decriminalization law, including slow distribution of funds for addiction services and a rise in deadly overdoses amid the fentanyl crisis.

via PBS NewsHour|
#addiction-treatment#decriminalization#drug-possession
politics1 year ago

"Oregon Governor Set to Recriminalize Possession of Illicit Drugs, Emphasize Treatment Expansion"

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek will sign House Bill 4002 into law, reversing portions of Measure 110 and recriminalizing possession of small amounts of drugs like fentanyl and heroin, with offenders facing up to six months in jail or the option of drug treatment. The move comes amid a fentanyl state of emergency in downtown Portland and a tripling of opioid deaths in Oregon between 2019 and 2022. While some celebrate the step toward addressing the fentanyl-fueled drug overdose crisis, critics argue that recriminalization will disproportionately harm communities of color.

via CNN|
#decriminalization#drugs#governor-tina-kotek
politics1 year ago

Oregon Legislature Reverses Drug Decriminalization, Approves Bill to Recriminalize Possession

The Oregon Legislature has passed a bill to re-criminalize the possession of certain drugs, such as fentanyl, as a misdemeanor, reversing a previous voter-approved measure that decriminalized all drug possession and personal use. The bill, HB4002, now awaits consideration by Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek, who recently declared a fentanyl state of emergency in downtown Portland. The state Senate voted 21-8 to advance the bill, following a 51-7 vote in the state House.

via CNN|
#decriminalization#drug-possession#governor-tina-kotek
politics1 year ago

Oregon Reverses Drug Decriminalization Amid Fentanyl Crisis

The Oregon Senate has passed House Bill 4002, a bipartisan bill that would reverse the state's voter-approved drug decriminalization policy, allowing for criminal penalties for possession of small amounts of illicit drugs. The bill also includes provisions for drug treatment and record expungement, but has faced criticism from advocates for drug decriminalization. Governor Tina Kotek has not indicated whether she will sign the bill, but has expressed openness to rolling back decriminalization.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting|
#bipartisan-bill#drug-decriminalization#governor-tina-kotek
weather2 years ago

"Oregon Governor Declares Statewide Emergency Due to Severe Winter Storm"

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency due to a winter ice storm that caused widespread damage, power outages, and at least 13 deaths. The storm's effects have impacted multiple counties, making it difficult for residents to access transportation and causing safety concerns. The declaration aims to facilitate federal funding and support for affected counties, as thousands of Oregonians have suffered through days of power outages and some have lost homes or vehicles to storm damage.

via OregonLive|
#governor-tina-kotek#oregon#power-outages
business2 years ago

Oregonians to Pump Their Own Gas as Self-Serve Becomes Law

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has declined to veto House Bill 2426, allowing it to become law and ending a 72-year restriction on most drivers pumping their own gas. The legislation will permit Oregon gas stations to open up to half of their pumps for self-serve gas, while still requiring stations to staff at least half of their pumps for customers who prefer not to pump their own gas. The law will go into effect once Kotek signs it or on August 4 if she refuses to sign.

via Fox 12 Oregon|
#business#gas-stations#governor-tina-kotek
politics2 years ago

Oregon Senate Walkout Stalls Negotiations and Jeopardizes Climate Funding.

Talks between Oregon Governor Tina Kotek and state Senate Republican leadership to end the longest walkout by lawmakers in state history have reached an impasse after nine days of negotiations. The GOP senators began their walkout on May 3, denying a quorum and delaying discussions over gun safety, reproductive health, and gender-affirming care legislation, among other state issues. The walkout has caused delays in the legislative session, and the governor has called for the senators to return to the table and do their jobs.

via CNN|
#governor-tina-kotek#legislative-session#oregon