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Hello Friends and Neighbors,
I hope you've been enjoying these warm sunny days of our beautiful Oregon Summer! Since the legislative session wrapped up on June 27, I've been busy meeting with community members, visiting local events, and connecting with our community here in Keizer and Salem.
We're now preparing for a special legislative session, called by the Governor, on August 29 to tackle important transportation funding issues. I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and get back to work at the Capitol to ensure our region's needs are heard.
As always, i value your thoughts, ideas and invitations to community events. Please feel free to reach out to me and my team any time at Rep.KevinMannix@oregonlegislature.gov - your input helps guide my work every day.
The 2025 regular session was a whirlwind of activity and public engagement. in the House, 2,037 bills were introduced, and in the Senate, 1,267 more followed. By the end, 640 bills successfully navigated the legislative process and landed on the Governor's desk for signature.
Behind those numbers was an incredible amount of work: 1,483 committee meeting, 2,377 public hearings, 2,295 work sessions, and over 101,000 pieces of written testimony submitted by Oregonians. This remarkable level of participation shows just how much our communities shaped the laws passed this year.
I have urged the Oregon Governments Ethics Commision to delay enforcement of its newly expanded interpretation Oregon's Public Meeting Law until May1, 2026. In a letter to the Commission's chair, i shared my concern that this new, broader application of the law is causing unnecessary fear and confusion among elected officials- and could unintentionally make it harder for them to work together effectively.
While I strongly support transparency in government, I believe officials should still be able to have informal, non- decision-making conversations that help foster collaboration and good governance.
Full Press Release Below
 
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Photo: Lincoln High School students receiving their trophy for winning Civics Learning Project's We the People Constitution Team State Tournament in February 2024. Also pictured is Federal Judge Michael Simon, CLP Executive Director Sam Kang and CLP Director of Programs Beth Cook. Photographer: Andie Petkus.
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Oregon State Capitol Foundation announces next round of Civics Education Initiative awards
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The Capitol Foundation plans to give up to $150,000 in civics education awards.
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The Capitol Foundation is currently accepting Civics Education Initiative applications from organizations with programs that advance the understanding and involvement of Oregon's democratic processes and governmental history.
Applications are due by Sept. 30, 2025.
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To Learn More : Home - Oregon State Capitol Foundation
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The Oregon Legislature will reconvene on August 29, 2025, for a special session called by Governor Tina Kotek to address a growing transportation funding shortfall. The Governor’s stated goal is to prevent service reductions, road maintenance delays, and potential layoffs at the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and major transit agencies.
Earlier this year, a larger transportation funding package—House Bill 2025—did not pass. Following that, ODOT warned of up to 500 layoffs, and agencies like TriMet announced $159 million in service reductions.
The Governor’s new, scaled-down proposal for the special session includes:
- A 6-cent per gallon increase in the fuel tax
- A $42 increase in vehicle registration fees
- An additional $30 fee for electric and high-mileage vehicles
- A $139 increase in vehicle titling fees
- Doubling the payroll tax that supports the State Transportation Improvement Fund
The cost of living is atop of mind concern for many Oregonians. Yet any long-term solution will need to include accountability measures for ODOT and fairness in funding—ensuring that all drivers, including those with electric vehicles, contribute their share through road usage charges.
The outcome of this special session will determine how Oregon balances these priorities while keeping our transportation system safe, reliable, and adequately funded. I look forward to participating in this special session to represent our district, roll up my sleeves, and work toward a balanced solution that protects both taxpayers and essential transportation services.
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I had the pleasure of giving a legislative update to my fellow members of the East Salem Rotary Club—a group I’ve proudly been part of since 1982! This club is a powerhouse for good in our community. From building and stocking 13 Little Free Libraries year round (filled with adult and children’s books, including many in Spanish) to supporting a variety of charitable projects year-round, the East Salem Rotary is always making a difference.
It was great to share highlights from the 2025 legislative session and even better to celebrate the incredible work my fellow Rotarians do for East Salem every day.
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Yours truly,
 Representative Kevin Mannix
House District 21
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1421
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-384, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.KevinMannix@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/mannix
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