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April 11th, 2025 Newsletter
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
We are past the first chamber deadline and the number of bills in circulation is largely set. We are now working hard to pass bills through the House.
Legislative Priorities
A few of my legislative priorities passed the House floor this week and are now headed to the Senate.
Cracking Down on Fraud Targeting Unions
Watch my floor speech
HB3789 A allows unions to take legal action against those who fraudulently misrepresent themselves as union representatives in order to convince union members to opt-out of the organization. For more information, please see the Press Release.
Auto Dealer Financing
Watch my floor speech
HB3178 A requires more transparency and equity in regard to vehicle sales so that consumers are protected and not blindsided when a dealer over-promises and under-delivers in order to close the deal. For more information, please see the Press Release.
Telemarketing Modernization Act
HB3865 A updates existing telemarketing laws to include texting, sets the maximum number of solicitations to 3 per day, and prohibits solicitations after 7:00 p.m. To learn more, please see the Press Release.
HB3605 empowers consumers to stand up for themselves if they are subjected to unlawful sales tactics by door-to-door salespeople. For more information, please see the Press Release.
We worked on and passed numerous bills, including the following:
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HB2008: prohibits the tracking and profiling of digital data for minors under 16 years of age and prohibits the sale of our precise location data.
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HB3875: expands our existing data privacy laws to include information collected by personal vehicles
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HB3167: cracks down on fraud and price gouging in regard to the sale of event tickets.
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HB3792: doubles the size of the Low-Income Electric Bill Payment Assistance Fund to help consumers who are struggling to pay their power bill.
Housing & Homelessness
The committee held a public hearing on rural housing. We also worked and passed several bills – including those dealing with middle housing (HB2138), bringing more buildable land into the UGB (HB2647 & HB3921), and limiting rent increases for residents living in mobile home parks (HB3054).
Bill Tracking
First Chamber Deadline
Bills that did not pass out of policy committees by April 9th will not move forward this session. 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:
In the Capitol
ORCOPS
It was great to talk with Washington County law enforcement officers who visited the Capitol.
In the Community
Arts & Culture in Hillsboro
| Rasika Society |
Rice Northwest Museum of Minerals |
State funds are being used to support the arts and cultural venues in our community.
Both the Arts Commission and the Cultural Trust support Rasika Society for the Arts of India, which operates in House District 30. The nonprofit receives both general operating support funds from the Arts Commission and in FY2023 received an $8,771 grant from the Cultural Trust to support the Society’s 24th year season – with special focus on Indian classical instrumental music by maestros from India presenting concerts and outreach events: “Vaadhakam: Legends of Classical Indian Instrumental Music.”
In FY2023, the Rice Northwest Museum of Minerals in Hillsboro received a $13,613 Cultural Trust grant award to support the creation of activity sheets, maps, brochures and trail signs available to visitors and online, as well as staff training for how to best use the new resources.
Notable Press Clippings
Consumer Protection
Oregon House passes bill to bolster home solicitation protections
Oregon bill would give consumers another tool in fights against insurers
Housing & Homelessness
Oregon legislation to speed up housing development advances
OR housing crisis: Albany, Hood River develop housing for vets, BIPOC
Former Macy's At Streets Of Tanasbourne To Become Latest Hillsboro Apartment Community - The Hillsboro Herald
Governor Kotek launches housing pilot for Oregonians facing mental illness
Labor & Workforce Development
Unemployment benefits for striking workers being considered in Oregon, Washington
Education
OR education: Rayfield sues Trump admin for blocked education funds
Oregon defends school DEI policies as Trump administration threatens funding | kgw.com
After fraught contract negotiations, teachers union in Beaverton hopes to gain sway on school board - oregonlive.com
Project Homeless Connect -- April 11th
Community Open House - Final plan review -- April 17th
More Events
Immigration Resources
It is critical for Oregonians to receive the support they need during this time. For a list of resources, see below:
Reminder: REAL ID Deadline is May 7th
Starting May 7, 2025, the federal government will require every person 18 years and older to present a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative – like a government-issued passport, passport card or military ID – to board a commercial U.S. flight.
Learn about how to obtain a REAL ID.
Salvation Army Washington County Hope Center
Pathway of Hope Program, Mobile Outreach Program, and Food Pantry
503-640-4311
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.
Don't forget to contact my office with any questions or feedback. Your best way to connect with us is via email: Rep.NathanSosa@oregonlegislature.gov or visit our office (H-280) Monday-Thursday between 9:30am-3pm.
Take care!
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1430
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-280, Salem, Oregon 97301
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