Last week, House Democrats passed bills prioritizing Oregon families, workers, BIPOC communities, wildfire relief, support for people experiencing houselessness, and small businesses. Press Release:
https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/housedemocrats/Documents/PRESS%20RELEASE%20OR%20House%20Dems%20Prioritize%20Oregonians.pdf

THREAD - Some highlights

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House Bill 3016: Requires hospitals to prioritize nurse safety and staffing needs during national and state emergencies. The bill was sponsored by Rep. @RobNosse (D-Portland) and passed 32-17.

House Bill 2006: Helps local communities provide critical assistance to struggling Oregonians experiencing houselessness, streamlining the path for emergency shelters. The bill was sponsored by Speaker @TinaKotek (D-Portland).

House Bill 3178: Provides more support for part-time workers receiving unemployment benefits at a time when they need it most. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Paul Holvey (DEugene).

House Bill 2009: Reestablishes a residential foreclosure moratorium and provides protections for
homeowners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Paul Holvey (D-Eugene).

HB 2341, HB 2607, HB 3218: Led by Reps. @PamMarshORHD5 (D-Southern Jackson County)
and David Gomberg (D-Central Coast), these bills are part of a series of legislation that will provide economic relief to those most affected by the wildfires and future natural disasters.

House Bill 2360: Breaks down barriers to health care for vulnerable and undocumented Oregonians. The bill was sponsored by Reps. @AndreaRSalinas (D-Lake Oswego) and @RickiRuizOR (D- Gresham), and carried on the House Floor by Rep. @wlnsvey (D-Aloha).

House Bill 2168: Makes Juneteenth an official state holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved peoples in the U.S., while also celebrating the dignity, freedom and contributions made by Black Americans. The bill was sponsored by House Majority Leader @RepBSW