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Week 3 of the Legislative short session sprint is drawing to a close, signaling our midway point—and I'm just getting started! All bills were required to exit their respective committees by Monday of this week. Unfortunately, my Hospital Financial Transparency Bill did not advance this session due to not having the Democratic votes in needed, but I am eager to reintroduce many of its elements in future sessions. On a brighter note, HB 4088, my bill addressing workplace violence, has been successfully referred to the Ways and Means Committee and remains robust in its progress. I am excited about the opportunity to present it on the floor for a vote. More details on this are available below.
As always, please reach out to my office here if you have any questions or concerns here. You are always encouraged to get involved in the legislative process and can learn more on how here.
George Park News
Portland Parks and Recreation put out this Press Release. I am excited to see that it has been covered by three other news outlets. I am looking forward to see this get across the finish line!
Check out the coverage and learn more about the project here:
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My Bills
HB 4088: My Workplace Violence bill is currently in the Ways and Means Committee. A bill in the Oregon Legislative process that is sent to the Ways and Means Committee is being reviewed for its financial impact and budget compatibility. This committee examines the bill's costs and how it fits with the state's budget and fiscal policies before it can proceed further in the legislative process. The Ways and Means Committee and their sub committees is tasked with overseeing the state budget, including reviewing and making recommendations on all legislation that impacts the financial health of Oregon.
Roosevelt Highschool Jazz Band Performance
Representative Maxine Dexter invited the Roosevelt High School Jazz Band to give a performance for the opening ceremony on the House Floor. I extended my appreciation to both the students and their director, taking the opportunity to congratulate them on their exceptional talent.
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Bills I am Sponsoring
In addition to my two priority bills, I have signed onto several other pieces of legislation that I am advocating for.
Chief Sponsor
HB 4067- Creates the Task Force on Electric Micromobility.
HB 4070 A- Directs the Oregon Health Authority to modify the amounts of grants for school-based health centers for inflation.
HB 4101 A- Requires the Secretary of State to collect, and share with state agencies, small business development centers and certain organizations, information about the ethnicity, gender and veteran status of an owner or principal of a business that applies for or renews or updates a business registration in this state, if the owner or principal chooses to provide the information.
HCR 204- Recognizes and honors Deputy Allen Burdic for his service to this state.
SB 1577 A-Extends automatic voter registration to applicants for admission to public institutions of higher education.
SB 1578 A- Directs the Oregon Health Authority to establish and maintain an online portal with the functionality to provide online scheduling for health care providers and coordinated care organizations to use to contact health care interpreters directly and to process billing.
SB 1583 A- Prohibits the banning of books based on discriminatory reasons when selecting textbooks, instructional materials program materials or library books that are used in the public schools of our state.
Co-Sponsor
HB 4083 - Relating to the removal of thermal coal from the State Treasury investment portfolio.
HB 4097 - Relating to expungements.
HB 4125 A- Relating to a study on governing structures of public universities; declaring an emergency.
HB 4129 A- Relating to in-home service providers.
HB 4130 A- Relating to the practice of health care
HB 4131- Relating to individual development accounts; declaring an emergency
HB 4146 A- Relating to victims; declaring an emergency.
HB 4147 A- Relating to school buses.
HB 4148 A- Relating to natural resources; declaring an emergency.
HB 4156 A- Relating to stalking
HB 4160- Relating to sexual conduct involving a student
HCR 204- Recognizing and honoring Deputy Allen Burdic (1955-2021) for his service to this state.
SB 1561 A - Relating to the administration of moneys received from the Monsanto settlement; declaring an emergency.
SB 1571 A- Relating to the use of artificial intelligence in campaign communications; declaring an emergency.
SB 1572-Relating to a study on extending the Westside Express Service commuter line to Salem; declaring an emergency.
SB 1580 A- Relating to fraudulent misrepresentation by employers to reduce workers' compensation premiums.
SB 1581 A- Relating to the reporting of the status of a regional energy marke
SB 1594 A-Relating to behavioral health providers; declaring an emergency
SB 1595 A-Relating to protections from debt collection; declaring an emergency.
SB 1596 A-Relating to a right to repair consumer electronic equipment.
SCR 211- In memoriam: Steve Druckenmiller, 1950-2023.
SCR 212-In memoriam: Clifford Trow, 1929-2023.
SCR 213-Recognizing and honoring Specialist Ken "Kenny" Leisten (1984-2004) for his service to his country.
Student Advocacy
It's always a thrill to witness students and young individuals making their way to the Capitol to champion their causes. I was delighted to have the opportunity to meet with these passionate student advocates!
 Students from Roosevelt advocating for student-based health center. I am proud to be a Chief Sponsor of HB 4070 which helps to address this issue.
 College students advocating for Right to Repair HB 5096, a bill I am Co-Sponsor on.
Next will be another busy week and I am hoping we will hear more news on my Workplace Violence Bill - HB 4088. Stay tuned and enjoy the sunshine this weekend!
As always, thank you for allowing me to be your voice here in Salem.
Best,
 Travis Nelson
State Representative
House District 44
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1444
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-275, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.TravisNelson@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: http://www.oregonlegislature.gov/nelson
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