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Oregon Faces Transportation Funding Challenges After Gas Tax Hike Rejection

Oregon Faces Transportation Funding Challenges After Gas Tax Hike Rejection

Oregon voters have rejected Measure 120, a proposed gas tax hike intended to fund transportation infrastructure. This decision leaves the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) facing significant funding challenges. The measure's failure means that ODOT must find alternative ways to address its budget shortfall and maintain roads and bridges. The state is already experiencing deteriorating infrastructure, and without additional funding, conditions are expected to worsen. Governor Tina Kotek and state leaders are now tasked with developing a new funding strategy to address these critical needs.

Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

The Biden administration spent almost a year crafting regulations to block U.S. adversaries from buying commercial data gathered from cell phones at the federal government’s most sensitive locations

Oregon Voters Reject Measure 120, Halting Transportation Tax Increases

Oregon Voters Reject Measure 120, Halting Transportation Tax Increases

Oregon voters have decisively rejected Measure 120, a transportation funding package that proposed raising gas taxes, vehicle registration fees, and payroll taxes to support public transit and road maintenance. The measure was defeated by a large margin, with 83% voting against it. The proposed tax increases aimed to stabilize the state's transportation system and address funding shortfalls at the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Despite the rejection, ODOT continues to face financial challenges due to rising construction and labor costs.

Oregon voters reject Democrats’ gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar

Oregon voters reject Democrats’ gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar

Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers

Oregon Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Gas Tax and Vehicle Fee Increases

Oregon Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Gas Tax and Vehicle Fee Increases

In Oregon, voters have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to increase the state's gas tax, payroll tax, and vehicle registration and title fees. The measure, known as Measure 120, was intended to fund road maintenance and operations across the state. Initial election results showed the measure failing by a 4:1 margin. The rejection means that cities and counties will not receive the additional funding needed for infrastructure improvements, particularly in rural areas. The decision comes amid rising gas prices and ongoing debates over transportation funding.

Oregon voters reject Democrats’ gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar

Oregon voters reject Democrats’ gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar

Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers

Oregon voters decide whether to boost their gas tax as Iran war causes prices at the pump to soar

Oregon voters decide whether to boost their gas tax as Iran war causes prices at the pump to soar

Oregon voters are facing a familiar theme on their primary ballot: well-financed Democratic incumbents looking to slide past little-known challengers while Republicans attempt to nominate candidates who could put up a fight in November in a heavily blue state

Christine Drazan Leads Republican Primary for Oregon Governor, Setting Up Potential Rematch with Gov. Tina Kotek

Christine Drazan Leads Republican Primary for Oregon Governor, Setting Up Potential Rematch with Gov. Tina Kotek

State Sen. Christine Drazan has taken a commanding lead in the Republican primary for Oregon's 2026 gubernatorial race, positioning herself for a potential rematch against Democratic incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek. Drazan, who previously lost to Kotek in a close three-way race in 2022, secured 44% of the vote in the primary. Her campaign focuses on addressing issues such as economic development, education, and homelessness. Drazan's political career includes serving as a legislative staffer, lobbyist, and state House member. Her primary victory sets the stage for a highly anticipated general election in a state that has not elected a Republican governor since 1982.

The Latest: Kentucky polls begin to close as Massie faces Trump-backed challenger

The Latest: Kentucky polls begin to close as Massie faces Trump-backed challenger

There are primary elections happening in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania

The Latest: Gallrein defeats Massie in Kentucky, furthering Trump’s hold on GOP

The Latest: Gallrein defeats Massie in Kentucky, furthering Trump’s hold on GOP

There are primary elections happening in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania

The Latest: When results are expected in Tuesday's primaries that will test Trump's sway over GOP

The Latest: When results are expected in Tuesday's primaries that will test Trump's sway over GOP

There are primary elections Tuesday in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania

The Latest: Tuesday's primaries another test of Trump's sway over Republicans

The Latest: Tuesday's primaries another test of Trump's sway over Republicans

There are primary elections Tuesday in Kentucky, Alabama, Idaho, Oregon and Pennsylvania