Happy birthday to Ashton Eaton and many happy returns!

February is known for historical flooding in Oregon, from the 1996 Willamette Valley floods to the more recent 2020 floods in Eastern Oregon: bit.ly/3aFarU6. These events are reminders to prepare: ready.gov/floods. Consider flood insurance: floodsmart.gov

Rep. Paul Evans, a gun owner, hunter & military veteran, talks about the #GunViolencePrevention package. This will: 🚔 Help law enforcement do their jobs 🗓️ Raise the min. age of purchase/possession to 21 w/ exceptions, including hunting/military 📍Give more local control

I was proud to be the only vote against this in committee and one of ten on the house floor. Here is hoping that the Senate is hearing these concerns from people loud and clear.

Guns are the number one cause of death of children ages 1-18 in the US. It doesn't have to be like this - we all deserve the freedom to live fulfilling lives. Here's what we're doing to reduce gun violence and keep our communities and schools safe. #orleg #orpol

This is not a drill* the Osprey is in the nest. To watch the Independence Osprey cam, click the link below. youtube.com/watch?v=4pf6ei…

I-5 closed northbound in Salem at Exit 253(Mission St/Hwy 22) to Exit 256(Market St) due to police investigation. No current danger to the public. Use OregonDOT Trip Check tripcheck.com More info to come when available.

Salem preparing to pave Minto-Brown Island Park's parking lots statesmanjournal.com/story/news/loc…

.Governor Tina Kotek, Mayor ChrisHoyforSalem and others visited a former hotel in northeast Salem that will soon serve as a shelter for about 100 people. #orleg #orpol oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/04/12/new… by Julia Shumway | jmshumway.bsky.social

Bipartisanship doesn’t mean we’ll always agree, but it’s been great to see how we’ve come together–from housing to semiconductors–to deliver for Oregonians this session. #orleg #orpol

This country sends folks off to war and puts it on the credit card, only to make excuses to cut their benefits when they come back. That's bull, and I won't stand by and let it happen. billingsgazette.com/news/state-and…

Oregon communities are struggling with drought and dwindling access to water supplies. That's why we're ready to invest $110 million to ensure a clean and safe water supply. Senate Republicans must return to the floor, so together we can protect the entire state's water security.

.Paul Evans served with the US Air Force for over 20 years. During that time, he participated in combat missions in Afghanistan and Iraq. Today he called on Oregon Senate Republicans to get back to work: "Doing your duty means showing up." #orleg #orpol

Rural Oregon can't wait. Here's what Oregon Senate Republicans is blocking by not showing up: 💸Economic development for farmers, fisherman, outdoor recreation, county fairs, small businesses and more housing 🏗️Broadband & Infrastructure 💰Billions in federal $$ #orleg #orpol #StopTheSabotage

#trafficalert UPDATE west #salemoregon at 1935: All lanes to open in a few minutes. Thanks to motorists for their patience while emergency responders investigated and cleared the scene.

On this day 73 years ago, 75,000 North Korean soldiers crossed the 38th parallel, invading South Korea. Ultimately 21 nations came to South Korea's defense. Every year on June 25th, we pause to remember all those who served in the Korean War, including the 74,000 Oregonians.

Today marks three years since the Labor Day fires. In the aftermath, we found the strength to rebuild our lives. In the shattered pieces, we found the power to create a more resilient Oregon. We honor the lives lost, those who stepped up to help, and the communities impacted.

3 days away! #ShopSmall on Small Business Saturday, November 25 to support the local businesses that power America's economy! Learn more about how you can participate: sba.gov/saturday

Ready to start your holiday shopping? The best way to find a unique gift that they'll love is by shopping small local businesses! Shop small this #SmallBusinessSaturday 🛍️

Incredibly frustrating footage showing just how bad the problem of people passing our plows on the right is. TripCheck camera of I-5 northbound going into #Portland near Macadam. #PDXtraffic #PDXtst #orwx #DontCrowdThePlow