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As Motor Voter resumes, Oregon state agencies tell lawmakers they’ve fixed errors
Republican lawmakers are plainly still skeptical of the Motor Voter Program, which automatically registers people to vote when they get a new driver’s license. In recent months they have argued the program should receive far more oversight or be scrapped altogether.
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Trump’s first month sparks protests, packed town halls across Oregon
Oregonians are protesting the Trump administration and filling town halls with members of Congress on a regular basis. And the frustration with both parties is clear.

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Oregon DOJ launches investigation into 3 people for allegedly voting as noncitizens
It's the latest fallout from revelations that state officials mistakenly registered more than 1,600 people to vote in Oregon.

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Oregon elections officials refer cases of possible noncitizen voting to state DOJ
The state revealed last year it had registered more than 1,600 potential noncitizens to vote.
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After registration errors, Republicans take on Oregon Motor Voter law
One bill introduced this week would require more scrutiny before Oregonians are automatically added to voter rolls. Another would end the practice.

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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.
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Oregon voter turnout dropped to 75% in this year's election
That's a 5% drop compared to 2020 and lower than prior elections.

Voters upheld Washington’s major climate law. Advocates hope it’ll be a blueprint for other states
Voters upheld Washington’s major climate law. Advocates hope it’ll be a blueprint for other states

Oregon elections phone lines closed after a flood of conspiracy calls
The calls center around misinformation about Donald Trump's decision not to appear in the state's voters' pamphlet.
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How to register to vote in Oregon while Motor Voter sign-ups are paused
Oregon leaders are reminding residents they can still register to vote or change their party affiliation as usual.