AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUSPS Mail Voting Fight: Oregon and a coalition of states won a federal judge’s preliminary injunction blocking USPS from rolling out Trump-backed rules that would require states to use USPS-controlled lists and new ballot tracking steps, keeping Oregon’s vote-by-mail system “in Oregon’s hands.” State Hospital Compliance: Oregon asked a court to end contempt and stop more fines tied to Oregon State Hospital’s late admissions timeline, saying the state has reached substantial compliance and only a small number of delays remain. Mental Health & Courts: A Baker County judge heard arguments on whether a police interview of a woman charged in her newborn’s death can be used at trial, with a written decision due soon. Energy & Land Use: Marion County’s denial of a Remington battery storage project on farmland was overturned by Oregon’s land use appeals board, clearing the way for the utility-scale battery system. Wildfire Costs: A report highlights how wildfire-related grid liability and mitigation spending are driving up utility costs for Northwest customers. Federal Staffing Cuts: Data show U.S. Fish and Wildlife staffing down sharply, including a 40% drop in Oregon since 2024. Salmon Fisheries: Gov. Kotek secured a one-year reprieve for BPA funding of the SAFE salmon enhancement program. Public Safety: Lane County sheriff’s office urged correct child car seat use ahead of the holiday weekend.
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