Dear Friends and Neighbors,

As we approach the first chamber deadline, everyone at the Capitol is working hard to move bills to the next phase of the process.

Four of the bills that I am chief sponsoring passed out of committee this week and are headed for the House Floor:

We held a public hearing on HB2008 which would update our data privacy laws to prohibit the sale of our geo-tracking data (i.e. the data our phones collect about where we live, work, shop, etc.) and any data about children who are 16 years old and younger.

Housing & Homelessness

We held works sessions on HB3921 and HB2647 which would facilitate Urban Growth Boundary land exchanges for the cities of Monmouth and Roseburg as well as Douglas County to create more buildable land for housing in those parts of Oregon. 

Bill Tracking

First Chamber Deadline Approaching

In order for a bill to move forward in this session, it needs to be voted out of a policy committee by April 9th. Committees on Revenue, Rules, and all Joint Committees are not subject to these deadlines. 

Visit the Oregon Legislative Info System (OLIS) to search and track legislation through the session on topics like:

• Education/Higher Education
• Labor & Business
• Transportation
• Climate, Energy, and Environment
• Behavioral Health and Healthcare
• Public Safety

In the Capitol

PCUN	OTA
Thank you to Pineros Y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN) for visiting the Capitol to discuss proposed Farmworkers Standards Boards. Learn more at: PCUN | Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste	I was joined by HD30 constituents from the Oregon Transit Association (OTA) to discuss increasing investments in transit.        Learn more at: Transit Moves Oregon

In the Community

Women of Willamette

Congratulations to our intern, Gia Patel, for being named as one of the "Women of Willamette University." Your leadership and resilience are incredible, and we are lucky to have you as part of the HD30 team!

Notable Press Clippings

Consumer Protection

PacifiCorp involved in bills in Oregon, western states, limiting utility wildfire liability, damages • Oregon Capital Chronicle

Housing & Homelessness

Nonprofit opens renovated family housing shelter in Hillsboro

Judge orders Grants Pass to provide more accessible sites for homeless campers

Oregon launches Housing 360 to tackle homelessness and mental health 

Labor & Workforce Development 

U of O faculty strike 'paused': Marathon bargaining sessions ends with

TSMC will buy 20% stake in Intel’s factories, report says - oregonlive.com

Oregon bill would mandate health care employers prevent, report workplace violence • Oregon Capital Chronicle

Economic Development

Boosting business: Hillsboro Downtown Partnership enters new era with fresh leadership and funding | Business | hillsboronewstimes.com

Education

Oregon Department of Education ends math, literacy programs after federal funding cuts 

A 2023 Bill Allowed Classified School Employees to Collect Unemployment Benefits on School Breaks

Other 

Hillsboro road reopens after flooding from water main break | News | hillsboronewstimes.com

Hillsboro protest set during nationwide demonstration against Trump | News | hillsboronewstimes.com

Hillsboro Hops vs. Eugene Emeralds -- April 4th (Opening Day), 5th, 6th.

Golden Years Homecoming Dance (For older adults) -- April 5th

Nature at Noon -- April 9th

More Events

Oregon State Treasury's "Checks Without Claims"

This year, individuals in every Oregon county will receive payments as part of this initiative, reinforcing Treasury’s commitment to reconnecting Oregonians with their unclaimed property. We want to ensure that Oregonians recognize this program as legitimate and keep an eye out for their incoming payments.

Learn more: Treasury Proactively Returning $11 Million in Unclaimed Funds

Free Food Market - April 8th

• Beaverton-Hillsboro DHS Free Food Market 5300 NE Elam Young Pkwy Hillsboro OR 97124 
• Shop for free, fresh, and healthy fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples.
• This food is free, and anybody is welcome
• No identification, name, or address needed
• Please bring bags or boxes

Free Food Market: Every Second Tuesday of the Month | News & Announcements | City of Hillsboro, OR (hillsboro-oregon.gov) 

Salvation Army Washington County Hope Center

Pathway of Hope Program, Mobile Outreach Program, and Food Pantry

Food Access

Find free groceries, meals, or fresh produce near you.

Utility Bill Assistance

The City of Hillsboro is committed to helping customers in need. If you are having trouble paying your utility bill, visit the City’s Utility Assistance webpage or call 503-681-6163 to see if you qualify for a flexible payment plan or bill relief option.

Visit our Utility Rate Adjustments webpage to learn more about when & how the rates on your City of Hillsboro Utility Bill are reviewed and adjusted to support the costs of providing quality utility services throughout the community.

You can also visit our Community Resources webpage to find information on reduced garbage rates, energy & rent assistance, food pantries, weatherization programs, and more.

More Community Resources

Constituent Coffee: Tomorrow, April 5th 

I invite you to join me tomorrow, Saturday, April 5th from 9:00-10:30am, for a conversation about the issues that matter most to you, your family, and your community.

This month, we will meet at Starbucks Coffee, located at 5222 NE Brookwood Pkwy, Hillsboro, OR 97124. I hope that you will stop by, say hello, and enjoy a cup of coffee with me. 

Capitol Phone: 503-986-1430
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-280, Salem, Oregon 97301