Oregon Politics Live June 27th, 2026: Can Oregon Fix Its Economy? Kotek’s Prosperity Plan, Campaign Cash & Lloyd Center
Talking about recent news articles that highlight issues facing Oregon, and possible solutions and action steps.
News Roundup:
Kotek lands largest donations of reelection bid, widening fundraising edge over Drazan
Policy Recommendation: cap to contribution limits
Rainmaking Rating: status quo: D
Top Oregon state human resources director pushed out in office shakeup
Policy Recommendation: hold electeds accountable
Rainmaking Rating:
‘Prosperity Council’ wish list for Gov. Tina Kotek: lower taxes, less regulation, more land
https://www.opb.org/article/2026/06/25/prosperity-council-kotek-taxes-regulation-land/
Policy Recommendation:
Short-term tax changes.
altering Oregon’s estate tax - D
modifying the state’s Corporate Activity Tax - B
expanding state tax credits for businesses’ research and development spending. - A
including tax breaks for sales of so-called “qualifying small business stocks” in Oregon’s tax code. TBD
Exploring more foundational tax changes. A
Quicker permitting. A
Slashing state regulations 20% by 2029. A
Overhauling land-use laws. A
Major spending on preparing land for business. D
Swapping Oregon’s greenhouse gas policies for a “cap and trade” program. A
A new council on preparing Oregon workers. D
More funding for higher education. A
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici Moves to Impeach U.S. Education Secretary https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/06/26/rep-suzanne-bonamici-moves-to-impeach-us-education-secretary/
Policy Recommendation: TBD,
Rainmaking Rating: A for effort, is the right effort?
City Council Hears Appeals of Lloyd Center Redevelopment Plan https://www.wweek.com/culture/shop/2026/06/26/city-council-hears-appeals-of-lloyd-center-redevelopment-plan/
Policy Recommendation: Get rid of Lloyd Center
Rainmaking Rating: A - get rid of it.
