US CENSUS REPORT:
Oregon Gains 6th Congressional District
"The news highlights the importance of equal representation on the House Redistricting Committee which currently has three Republicans and three Democrats." - Leader Drazan
Click here to read full press release
Click here for additional from the U.S. Census Bureau
Click here to learn more about Oregon Redistricting
Or if you have more questions, Click here to contact my office
THE YEAR IS 2021:
Taking Steps Backwards?
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"Oregon has more women in political leadership than any other state, and that has made a positive difference. But it’s still not enough. As women working in the halls of our democratic institutions, we want to empower women to speak up without fear when they have been harassed, bullied, or dehumanized. We must all strive to create a culture where it is expected that people (both men and women) will speak up when it is happening in front of them, and ensure that it is safe to report it when it happens in private. No more sweeping it under the rug, no more being made to feel like you should have done something to prevent it. The website which housed the letter notes: “The time has come for us to come together, to speak up and to share their stories. The time has come to listen and to act as strong allies by speaking out against harassment in all its forms. If you see - or experience - inappropriate behavior, don’t sweep it under the rug. Speak up, speak loud, and know there is a community of people who will support you...
Women across the country said enough in 2017. In 2021 we say again: enough.
Click here to watch the full House Floor video
RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND:
Apply Today!
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund provides direct funding (no need to repay) to restaurants and other eligible businesses including food trucks, bakeries, brewpubs and more!
Click here for more information on how to apply
CHANGE IN COUNTY RISK LEVEL
15 counties were elevated to Extreme Risk this week. Unfortunately, Linn County exceeded the state metrics for reopening and is now at Extreme Risk once more.
Links to current guidelines and info:
Face coverings
Sector Risk Guidance
OHA COVID website
For more information - Go to Linn County Health Dept website
LANDLORD COMPENSATION FUND:
Round 2 - May 17th
Landlord Compensation Fund: Round Two Open Now – May 17th
Are you a landlord with past due rental payments? The Landlord Compensation Fund can help! The program covers 80% of past due rent (April 2020 – now) for tenants with a signed declaration of financial hardship if a landlord agrees to forgive the other 20%. The first round will cover rental debt for approximately 12,000 tenants and helped more than 1,900 landlords. More relief resources are available now!
Round two is now open. Please note this program is not first-come, first serve, and applications will be open until May 17th. If you are interested in applying in the second round, please see this check list. Visit the Landlord Compensation Fund website for more information.
REAL ID: Deadline Extended to May 2023
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending the REAL ID full enforcement date by 19 months, from October 1, 2021 to May 3, 2023, due to circumstances resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has significantly impacted states’ ability to issue REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards, with many driver’s licensing agencies still operating at limited capacity.
Every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another TSA-acceptable form of identification at airport security checkpoints for domestic air travel.
Click here for more information
RECYCLE ROUND-UP: Save-the-Date - May 15
FROM CITY OF ALBANY:
2021 Albany Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, May 15, from 8am-2pm, hosted by Republic Services at 1214 Montgomery St SE (enter off 11th).
Click here for more information and future recycle dates
FIRE AWARE. FIRE PREPARED!
FROM CITY OF ALBANY, ALBANY FIRE DEPT AND OSU EXTENSION:
Wildfire on the urban fringe is real! OSU Extension and Albany Fire want to help YOU prepare for #wildfire in our community.
Click here to sign up
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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