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To contact me, please click here: Sen.DebPatterson@oregonlegislature.gov
Dear Friends,
As you may know, the Special Session called by Governor Kotek to address transportation funding shortfalls is currently paused while Senator Chris Gorsek recovers from health complications. Cuts at the Oregon Department of Transportation have been pushed back until next month, and legislative proceedings in the Senate are set to resume on September 17th. I wish Senator Gorsek a smooth recovery and am grateful for our health care system that is providing him with high quality care.
Please know that I will not be accepting any per diem payment for days during this pause in the Special Session. In the meantime, I am planning an informational hearing in the Senate Healthcare Committee to take place at the end of this month on how HR 1 will impact Oregonians. The conversation will focus on how we can work together to protect access to healthcare and funding for healthcare providers. We must fight for the high-quality care that Oregonians expect and deserve.
I know this time of year is incredibly busy for families, with students returning back to school. September is also when preparations for the 2026 legislative session start to ramp up. Please stay tuned for more information coming soon.
Best regards,
Deb
The Wall That Heals is Coming to Independence
From September 18–21, 2025, the City of Independence will host The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. This traveling exhibit honors the more than 58,000 Americans who gave their lives in the Vietnam War and provides a powerful space for reflection, remembrance, and healing. The memorial will be free, open to the public, and fully ADA accessible. Click here to learn more.
Volunteers Needed for The Wall That Heals
The organizers are seeking volunteers to help with setup and visitor support for the Wall That Heals. There are over 200 volunteer positions available. If you would like to contribute, you can sign up here to volunteer.
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1710
Capitol Address: 900 Court St NE, S-411, Salem, OR, 97301
Email: Sen.DebPatterson@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/patterson
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