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Business
President Trump’s escalating tariffs could slow down Oregon’s economy
Vital sectors in Oregon like manufacturing are especially sensitive to changes in the global market, and increasing trade tensions could impede growth.

Preschool for All needs to spend more of its savings, do more outreach and training, audit finds
A new Multnomah County audit found that Oregon’s unique program generally provides quality education and care to children who need it most. But it says the program risks losing credibility if it doesn’t become universal by 2030 as promised to voters.

Education
Preschool For All continues to exceed goals, but falls short of demand
The universal preschool program approved by Multnomah County voters five years ago continues to expand rapidly, even as many families are denied.

Politics
Oregon Democrats unveil ambitious road funding proposal. Now the haggling begins
A framework released Thursday includes a major gas tax hike, several entirely new taxes and a lot more.
Oregon is sending corrected tax forms to 12,000 people who claimed unemployment last year
If you received jobless benefits in Oregon last year and you’ve already filed this year’s taxes, you may need to amend your returns.

Politics
Tax plan from Washington House Democrats could raise nearly $15B for state budget
House Democrats want to impose a new tax on individual wealth and a surcharge on certain businesses while allowing for larger hikes in property tax rates than the current 1% cap.
Oregon volunteers helped taxpayers get $18 million in refunds last year
Hate filing your taxes? These people volunteer to do other people's taxes for free — and they serve many undocumented taxpayers.
Politics
Oregon tire tax proposal hits wall of opposition
Reaction to House Bill 3362 suggests lawmakers will need to overcome public skepticism this year as they look for road funding.

Food and Farms
Oregon agriculture leaders, farmers brace for retaliatory tariffs
Some of Oregon’s biggest trading partners are striking back after tariffs on imports took effect this Tuesday. Oregon industry leaders say he retaliatory measures could especially hurt the states agriculture industry.

Politics
Should Oregon cities be allowed to raise gas taxes without asking voters?
As lawmakers search for billions of dollars to maintain deteriorating roads, it's one of many options under consideration.