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Businesses and some labor organizations allege that the Climate Protection Program, which sets declining caps on greenhouse gas emissions, was illegally enacted.
News United States » Oregon » Economy: A battle is brewing over Oregon’s economic future
As Gov. Tina Kotek pledges to boost business, competing factions are offering ideas for where she should look.
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Oregon fighting Trump tariffs in trade court
OREGON – Oregon is continuing its legal fight against President Trump’s tariffs, this time at the United States Court of International Trade. Attorney General Dan Rayfield was in New York City on ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Oregon’s economic growth hindered by high taxes and permitting delays, survey finds
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A recent statewide survey of business owners and local leaders shows what may be hindering Oregon’s economic growth. Governor Tina Kotek’s Prosperity Council shared the results ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Oregon shows ‘resilient’ economy with corporate tax help: report
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Oregon’s Office of Economic Analysis released the state’s latest economic outlook on Wednesday — showing $253 million in additional funds, mostly from a boost in corporate ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Governor Kotek signs economic cooperation, trade agreement between Oregon and the United Kingdom
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed a Memorandum of Understanding Wednesday with the United Kingdom to deepen economic development cooperation and trade relations between the State ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Oregon’s year of layoffs: 2025’s historic job cuts are shaking the state’s economy
It’s been a painful year for Oregon workers. The state’s employers reported nearly 9,000 mass layoffs during 2025. That’s an extraordinary number by historical standards, topping the pace of job cuts ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: New study says Oregon tops nation for inbound out-of-state movers. Will economic growth follow?
Business leaders have previously warned that without significant population growth, Oregon could face “slower economic dynamism, rising care needs, and tightening public budgets.” For the first time ...
News United States » Oregon » Economy: Is Oregon going to suspend the gas tax amid war in Iran? Kotek responds
The United States' war with Iran is driving up gas prices across the country. In response, some states are suspending their gas taxes to relieve consumers. But is Oregon considering the measure?