LAW ENFORCEMENT LEGISLATION:
Headed to the House Floor Next Week
“I am proud that we have come together today in mutual support of a package of bipartisan amendments that will allow us to work together for more fair, equitable and transparent public safety.” - House Republican Leader, Representative Christine Drazan stated during House Judiciary Committee on April 6.
Click here to watch the full video of Representative Drazan during House Judiciary Committee - April 6
"Oregon law enforcement has a proven track record of working closely with the Oregon State Legislature to establish public safety legislation that is responsive to community needs, reflects best practice and that improves public safety outcomes for all Oregonians. With this as a goal, Oregon law enforcement was pleased to play a role in the collaborative and bi-partisan process that resulted in the series of police reform bills that are moving through the legislative process." - Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association, Oregon State Police, and Oregon Chiefs of Police, League of Oregon Cities, and Association of Oregon Counties - Floor letter August 2020
Here are the Bills coming up:
HB 3164 A
HB 3273 A
HB 2986
HB 2513 A
HB 3047 A
HB 3059 A
HB 3355 A
HB 2929 A
HB 2936 A
FROM BUSINESS OREGON:
The program targets landlords with tenant businesses with 100 or fewer employees who are behind on lease payments or any forgiven base rent amounts that have been negotiated due to COVID-19. The program will require both business tenant and property owner participation. The program includes additional protections for tenants, such as non-eviction clauses, and a waiver of penalties and interest.
Round one applications closed on March 22. Round two applications is open from April 22, 2021, to May 6, 2021.
Click here for more information and how to apply
FROM IRS AND OREGON DEPT. OF REVENUE:
In order to claim the EITC, you must file a federal tax return, even if you owe no tax or aren’t required to file a return. You can also file for the EITC for the past three years.
Around 25% of Oregonians who are eligible for the EITC do not claim it because they’re not aware they are eligible for this money, and they do not even file a tax return because they do not owe taxes. Eligible Oregonians must file taxes to receive the EITC and this tax credit for workers either directly lowers taxes owed or adds to a refund. The good news is that everyone who qualifies for the EITC also qualifies for free tax preparation through AARP, CASH Oregon, and others.
EITC can mean up to a $6,600 refund when you file a return if you have qualifying children. Workers without a qualifying child could be eligible for a smaller credit up to $538. According to the Internal Revenue Service, the average amount credited for 2020 was $2,461.
More information on the EITC go to Oregon Department of Revenue and Internal Revenue Service
FROM LINN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT:
Vaccine Clinics for April 28th, 29th and 30th are AVAILABLE.
Click here for more information
FROM CENTRAL WILLAMETTE CREDIT UNION:
Support Local High Schools! Giving back is what we do. Here is your chance to give back to the community with OUR money. As partners with local high schools in the Linn County give back with every swipe of your high school logo VISA debit card. Choose from West Albany, South Albany and Lebanon high schools, and give back to the logo on your card. There is no limit to the number of swipes you can make in a month and there is no cap to the amount the school can receive.
Click here for more information
FROM ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT:
The Albany Police Benevolent Association is accepting applications for the next academic year. Applications will be accepted from Greater Albany Public Schools (or qualified Albany home study) graduating seniors. Recipients will receive a $1,000 one-time award sent directly to their chosen 2-year or 4-year accredited college or accredited university program.
Four scholarships will be awarded in 2021 - Deadline to apply is May 1!
Click here for more scholarship criteria and information
FROM 1ST FRIDAY IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ALBANY:
𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴!
Wine Tasting will be 4pm-9pm at participating locations.
Don't miss the first Friday of every month in historic Albany, Oregon where you can experience special events and promotions, plus extended hours at many of our downtown businesses!
See the list of participating businesses for May's 1st Friday below. (The wine glass means that they will have wine tasting, the flower means that they are participating in 1st Friday, but will not have a winery. Hours may vary.
Click here for more information
FROM ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Keep unused or expired medications out of the wrong hands and Albany's water system. Solid prescription drugs (tablets, capsules, etc.) accepted Sat. 4/24, 10am-noon at Walmart, 1330 Goldfish Farm Rd SE. Can't make it? Use APD's lobby drop box, 2600 Pacific Boulevard SW!
As always, my office is here for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office if you have any community event announcements, legislative questions, or concerns.
Stay tuned and stay involved!
 Capitol Phone: 503-986-1415
Capitol Address: 900 Court St NE, H-389, Salem, OR 97301
Email: Rep.ShellyBoshartDavis@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: http://www.oregonlegislature.gov/boshartdavis
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