End of Session Legislative Report

By Darrell W. Fuller, OVDA Lobbyist June 29, 2023 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE It will take a few weeks — perhaps longer — to really understand what happened in the Capitol DMZ that was the final days of the 82nd Legislative Assembly. News stories, legislators, reporters, lobbyists, and pundits have been using words like “turbulent”, “frantic”, “rancor”, “chaotic”, “exasperating” and “tumultuous”….

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Sign Up For DEQ Hazardous Waste Trainings

DEQ is offering in-person training opportunities in “Hazardous Waste Basics” and “ManagingCommon Waste: Used Oil, Batteries, Light Tubes, etc.” Classes are open to all; however, space islimited in some locations. Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. See the schedule for individual class listings and registration contacts.  See DEQ’s Hazardous Waste Training website for more training opportunities. NEWS…

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City of Salem PAYROLL TAX

The City of Salem held a public hearing on Monday, June 26th, on adopting a PAYROLL tax that will impact every employee who does work in Salem (even if their business is located outside of Salem). This includes independent contractors. You can read more about it here. Cleverly, they say the new tax will receive a public vote — but not…

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DMV Dealer Services Weekly Report

Oregon DMV Dealer Services will be distributing the Weekly Processing Report each week. This report shows the status of transaction processing by Oregon DMV Dealer Services. We hope you find this information helpful. Please review the attached report.  Thank you, DMV Oregon Dealer Services 503-945-5479 DMVDealerServices@odot.oregon.gov

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More than 1/3 of drivers consider giving up car ownership by 2030

BY STAFF/WIRE REPORTS ON JUNE 21, 2023 16% would rather have sustainable, on-demand travel options than a personal car, including 29% of Gen Z and 20% of Millennials Boston—As monthly car payments hike toward record numbers, interest rates hit their highest level in nearly 15 years, and gas, insurance, parking, and maintenance add costs, U.S. drivers are reconsidering vehicle…

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DMV Oregon Dealer Services Monthly Newsletter

Hello Oregon Dealers, attached is our new monthly Oregon Dealer Services newsletter. We hope you find the information helpful. We value your partnership with DMV on providing the best service to our customers. We will be sending out additional helpful information in the coming weeks. Thank you, DMV Oregon Dealer Services 1905 Lana Avenue NE Salem, OR 97314 Call…

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New laws affecting democracy, the business community and public records

Dear Oregonians, The 2023 Legislative Session is complete, and several new laws affecting democracy, the business community and public records will alter our work in significant ways. Overall, the SoS budget increased by 6%, which reflects the critically important work that’s done by the professional staff at this agency. Let’s take a look at what’s new. Ranked Choice Voting…

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State encourages drivers to review auto coverage, promotes safe summer driving tips

June 26, 2023 Salem – Now that summer has arrived and people are hitting the road for vacations, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is reminding Oregonians of safe driving tips and to check with your insurance agent or company to review your insurance policies. With changes in driving patterns and potential risks during the summer, it is…

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Notification LetterUpdate: Oregon Department of Transportation Data Accessed as Part of Global MOVEit Hack

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Notification LetterUpdate: Oregon Department of Transportation Data Accessed as Part of Global MOVEit Hack Oregon Consumer Information Protection Act (OCIPA) Official Notification: Breach of ODOT Data June 16, 2023 SALEM – This notice is to inform you of a data breach. If you have a current Oregon driver’s license or…

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Hillsboro diesel repair shop owner accused of disabling pollution controls on more than 200 vehicles

Hillsboro diesel repair shop owner accused of disabling pollution controls on more than 200 vehicles – oregonlive.com A Hillsboro diesel vehicle repair shop and its owner are accused of disabling pollution controls on more than 200 customers’ cars and trucks. Federal prosecutors allege that between 2018 and 2020, Pure Addiction Diesel Performance modified about 245 diesel vehicles for customers…

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