SALEM, Ore. – In an executive order, Oregon Governor Kate Brown has implemented a statewide hiring freeze for state employees. The governor’s office said this is just one of a series of executive actions Brown will be taking to address ...
SALEM, Ore. – The state’s budget writers revealed this week just how deep cuts may go if new revenue can’t be found, and education could be taking a big hit. Oregon is facing a $1.6 billion budget shortfall. The writers’ ...
How do you correct Oregon’s massive budget shortfall, while not closing the door to Oregonians who really need services? Back in December, Governor Kate Brown put out a proposal for possible budget cuts and tax increases. As NBC5 reported Wednesday, an ...