Forest Policy: Oregon’s U.S. senators Merkley and Wyden joined colleagues pressing the U.S. Forest Service for a transparent, detailed plan behind potential closures of up to 57 Forest Service research and development facilities, including the Portland-based Pacific Northwest Research Station. Public Health & Vaccines: A West Coast Health Alliance says it won’t adopt the Trump administration’s last-week childhood vaccine schedule changes, but local pediatricians may still face new “shared decision-making” expectations depending on how federal guidance lands in practice. Election Security & Data Privacy: States and attorneys general continue challenging federal election and records demands, including lawsuits over attempts to obtain sensitive driver data and threats to cut federal funding tied to privacy compliance. Local Government Finance: Wisconsin lawmakers advanced SB439, adjusting 2026 levy increase limits for Oregon and Rutland in Dane County, after multiple representatives voted yes. Education Funding Flexibility: The Trump administration expanded waivers letting states consolidate and loosen certain federal education requirements, shifting more control to states. Environment & Water: Klamath-area counties and water groups backed a push for a larger Ninth Circuit review of a Klamath Project water-delivery ruling under the Endangered Species Act. Health Screenings: Pediatricians warn that inconsistent federal vaccine and child-development screening implementation is leaving many families confused and some kids missing recommended checks.