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Dear Friends,
2023 is behind us, and Oregon needs tremendous leadership. Our state has serious issues and problems that must be met head on. However, there are so also many wonderful opportunities to bring growth and improve the quality of life for all Oregonians. We hope both sides of the aisle choose to put politics and egos aside, in an effort to serve all of Oregon’s diverse populations, businesses and families.
Next week is Legislative Days, I will be back in Salem to attend informational committee meetings and learn more about potential legislation for the short session in February. You can find the committee agendas and live stream links online.
My committees for the interim are:
Blessings for a fantastic and healthy 2024!
Yours in Service,
 Representative Court Boice
House District 1
Below is a selection of photos from House District 1, thank you to all my constituents, businesses and others who make this the greatest district in the state. I enjoy my time traveling and meeting with everyone.
I attended a wonderful dinner in the Coquille Valley with many in our community. Senator David Brock Smith, Representative Boomer Wright and I were presented with Special Salmon Award for our continuous service to the Salmon Recovery efforts.
Oregon Humanities Council Conversation Project: How can our Community address Senior Loneliness?
Thank you Chetco Activity Center Board, staff and volunteers; VA Roseburg’s Mental Health Advocacy Council; Curry County Suicide Awareness Council’s Veterans Task Group members; Older Adult Behavioral Health Initiative (Coos & Curry County); South Coast Development Council; and VFW Post 966.
This is a very important topic and I appreciate the strategic efforts all involved have put into addressing senior loneliness.
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Thank you, UHI Board Member Teresa Kowal, UHI Board Member Lanette McDowell and Senator Brock Smith for the Roseburg tour of UHI/ Umpqua Homes.
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Helping Fisherman and Crews preparing for and overcoming regulations.
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The Fishing and Crabbing Industry met with Senators Brock Smith and Anderson and State Representatives Boice and Wright. Our goals are to work with Oregon Department of Agriculture, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Reps in discussing our preferred adjustments and Policies that have become a hindrance to our states place on the Global Ocean Crab Market
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Representative Boice supporting Oregon Farmers, Agriculture, and Ranching on the Oregon Food and Shelter Tour.
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World War II Veteran Nickerson 100th Birthday!
Representative Boice, Santa Claus and State Senator David Brock Smith celebrated to help honor Dorothy.
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This photo was presented to Representative Boice by Daimler Truck Manufacturing.
Court is proud that his Coos, Curry and Douglas Counties together represent the Timber Capital of the World!
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House Republican Leader Jeff Helfrich and Representative Boice – More discussion on Oregon Crime.
Helfrich is a Veteran and former 20 year Law Enforcement Officer!
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Representative Boice with the members and staff for House Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources and Water Committee
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Representative Boice Speaks to 40 Bandon High School Seniors
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Representative Boice is very proud of the three excellent care Rural Hospitals in his District.
Coquille Valley, Curry General and Southern Coos.
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A local preschool class visited Rep. Boice's office in Salem.
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Keep Oregon Green is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting healthy landscapes and safe communities by educating the public of everyone’s shared responsibility to prevent human-caused wildfires.
I enjoyed a productive, long standing working relationship with Veteran’s Affairs Director Fitzpatrick. The retirement gathering was bittersweet as we wished her well in future endeavors.
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Thank you Douglas County for the fantastic 68th Annual Veterans Day Parade. Thank you to all our Veterans. All gave some and some gave all.
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 House Republican Leader Helfrich Statement on DEQ’s Climate Protection Program Court Ruling By Oregon House Republican Leader State Representative Jeff Helfrich
Salem, OR – Today, House Republican Leader Jeff Helfrich (R-Hood River) issued the following statement regarding the Oregon Court of Appeals ruling that the Oregon DEQ’s Climate Protection Program’s rules are invalid:
“Sweeping policy change should be the result of legislation, not executive decree. The court recognized that fact and ruled correctly. Oregon will have a brighter future when the governor and ruling party recognize that building consensus within the legislature will yield better – and legal – results than their top-down approach,” said Helfrich.
Please take a few moments to watch this very important clip about the issues we are facing on our borders.
Gary Bauer concludes his powerful wake-up call to all who love this nation. As Christians, we cannot go silently into the night without defending the principles and freedoms that our founding fathers fought so hard to establish. Please listen here.
 In 2023, the legislature created the Oregon Kids Credit, which is a refundable credit for low-income people with young dependent children. Families with $30,000 or less in annual income can claim up to $1,000 per child, for up to five children aged five and below. Since the credit is refundable, the portion of credit that is more than what a person owes will be refunded to them.
Who Qualifies
The amount of credit is based on age and number of dependent children, and modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), BUT even people who don’t owe any tax can claim the refundable credits. For those with a MAGI of $25,000 or less, the full credit is $1,000 per child for up to five dependent children ages 0 to 5 at the end of the tax year. The credit is reduced when MAGI is more than $25,000 and is eliminated at $30,000. All filing statuses are eligible for the credit except for Married Filing Separate.
How to Get Credit
Eligible families need to file an Oregon state income tax return—something many of them may have never done because their low incomes mean they haven’t had a filing requirement. Families may need help with filing a return – learn more here about Oregon Kids Credit and other programs. Learn more here about free tax preparation assistance and resources
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1401
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-476, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.CourtBoice@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/boice
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