AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoOregon Ballot Watch: Initiative Petition 28 (the PEACE Act) is pushing to ban hunting, fishing, and livestock farming in Oregon, with campaign claims of 126,115 signatures—above the 117,000 needed to qualify. Public Health: Oregon Health Authority data shows a record 10.9% of kindergarteners entered school without required vaccines on nonmedical grounds, raising measles outbreak concerns. Corrections & Parole: On a split vote, the Oregon Parole Board denied release of Adam Thomas, the last of the “Redmond 5,” keeping him in prison. Education Budget Cuts: Eugene’s 4J district approved its 2026-27 budget, ending South Eugene High’s Integrated Outdoor Program after layoffs. Wildlife & Infrastructure: Oregon is rolling out a dedicated “1.25% for Wildlife” hotel tax revenue stream starting June 5 to fund wildlife crossings. Federal-State Clash: DOJ sued Oregon and other states over refusing confidential license plates for ICE/DHS undercover operations. Local Governance: Lane County scheduled Deadwood Covered Bridge closures for painting, with detours during weekday daytime work. Violence: Sandy police reported multiple deaths and a seriously wounded officer after a domestic disturbance call turned into a shooting.
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