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Hello Friends,
Here are some moments from the past week and valuable community insights to help you stay informed.
~ Virgle
REAL ID deadline approaches for Oregonians | Local News | nrtoday.com
The News-Review
The deadline to acquire a REAL ID by May 7 is quickly approaching for not just Oregonians but everyone in the nation who wishes to travel domestically.
You will not need a REAL ID to vote, drive, apply for federal benefits which include veteran’s benefits, access to some federal buildings like a post office, access to a hospital or other life-saving service.
For more information on getting your Real ID, click on the DMV link below:
http://tinyurl.com/pd2ybpuf
Lawmakers move to repeal disastrous state wildfire maps
Oregon Catalyst | Oregon Property Owners Association
After weeks of work, the Oregon House and Senate Republicans filed House Bill 3944 to repeal the Oregon wildfire hazard maps, the first step in what is likely to be a bipartisan effort to repeal the map and improve Oregon’s wildfire program...
...HB 3944 is a practical, no-nonsense response to the wildfire management challenges Oregon has faced in recent years. The bill repeals the most flawed and overreaching aspects of SB 762—such as the disastrous wildfire hazard maps and burdensome state regulations—while preserving the programs that genuinely protect property owners and reduce wildfire risks. By emphasizing local control, HB 3944 returns power to the communities most affected by wildfire policies, empowering them to make decisions that reflect their unique needs and circumstances.
HB 3944 is scheduled for a hearing and possible work session on 4/08/25 at 8:00 a.m. in the House Committee on Climate, Energy, and Environment.
Hundreds of Oregon bills are dead for this year
The Oregonian
Oregon lawmakers have proposed more than 3,400 bills this legislative session, most of which will fail to pass. That became obvious last week as hundreds of bills failed to cross an important legislative hurdle, signaling their all but certain death. Friday marked the first major deadline for lawmakers and political groups hoping to advance their priority bills. By the end of the day, bills had to be scheduled for an upcoming work session or die, with limited exceptions.
Gov. Kotek declared state of emergency for 10 counties
KOIN
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency for 10 counties scrambling for federal aid after devastating floods last week. But she dropped a bombshell on Monday: “We are, at present, looking at up to $450 million in federal funds that continue to be inaccessible despite court orders.” Of that $450 million, Kotek’s office said $129 million in FEMA funding is now out of reach because of pending orders from the Trump Administration
Inside Douglas County 3/28/25
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First Citizen Award
Congratulations to Dan Baine for being named First Citizen of 2024 by the Roseburg Chamber of Commerce. What a great accomplishment and honor.
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Register to testify!
- If there is a bill you are particularly passionate about, you can register to testify either in support or opposition to the bill.
- Advance registration is required! Registration closes 30 minutes before the hearing is scheduled to begin.
- To register, go to https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1, select the “Bills” icon on the top right corner of your page, enter the bill number, and select “Register to Testify.” Or call 1-833-588-4500.
- You will want to fill out the “Public Testimony Registration Form.”
- You will receive an email confirmation with an option to join Microsoft Teams if you cannot testify in person.
Submit a Written Testimony!
- If you prefer not to testify in person, you can also submit written testimony in support or opposition to a bill.
- To submit written testimony, follow the same steps as you would register to testify in front of the committee, but you will select “Submit Testimony” and fill out the “Written Testimony Submission Form.”
- Written testimony must be submitted up to 48 hours after the committee meeting start time.
Testifying on a bill gives you a voice in Oregon’s legislature. The voice of the people is the cornerstone of democracy! Let yours be heard today.
I am honored to serve you and our community at your State Capitol this session. Please stay in touch and reach out if there are any issues you would like us to work on.
Yours Truly,
 State Representative Virgle Osborne, House District 2
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1402
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-375, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.VirgleOsborne@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/osborne
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