Accomplishments

In her first three years in office, Governor Kotek has taken decisive action on Oregon's biggest challenges. From the first full day of her administration when she declared a homelessness state of emergency to signing thousands of bills that aimed at improving access to behavioral health care and addiction services, jobs and infrastructure, early childhood education and so much more, Governor Kotek has been mission-focused in delivering tangible results for Oregonians.

*Updated 12/23/25

Over 50,000 Housing Units Open or Underway

Released new data showing that nearly 14,000 affordable homes have been financed or opened with state support during her administration, and more than 40,000 future homes have been added to the pipeline through newly available land opportunities and infrastructure.

Stood Up Against President Trump's Attempt to Deploy Oregon National Guard to Portland

Governor Kotek took a series of actions to block military intervention in Portland in Portland this fall, including advocating the President and the Secretary of Homeland Security directly, supporting Attorney General Dan Rayfield's legal strategy, directing and calling on the Secretary of War to send all national guard troops home.

Strengthened Trade, Tourism, and Economic Relations with Korea, Japan

Governor and delegation participated in 100 meetings with existing and prospective economic partners, leaders.

Governor Kotek Joined New Public Health Alliance to Safeguard Public Health for Oregonians

The Governors Public Health Alliance is a nonpartisan initiative with 15 states aiming to safeguard public health and liaise with Global Health Community.

Enacted a statewide policy on cell phone use in K-12 schools to protect student mental health and increase student outcomes

Executive Order 25-09 established a statewide policy prohibiting student cell phone use during the school day in Oregon’s K-12 public schools to improve educational outcomes.

Took Executive Action to Accelerate Climate Protections for Resilient Lands and Waters

The executive order prioritizes integrating climate resilience strategies into state programs, with a goal to protect 10% more of the most climate-resilient lands and waters over the next decade.

Kicked off Plan for a Resilient Oregon

This people-centered resilience strategywill help Oregon communities adapt and thrive in the face of increasingly severe disasters.

Approved local plans to facilitate 205,000 future homes

The Governor's administration approved local plans for an additional 205,000 units in the next 20 years.

Banned bump stocks to protect Oregonians from mass shootings

Senate Bill 241, the Community Safety Firearms Act, bans bump stocks.

Fully funded public schools for better outcomes

Alongside an historic $11.36 billion for all districts through the State School Fund, House Bill 2140 codified and clarified how the State School Fund is calculated. This will bring more predictability to base funding that districts rely on.

Declared Food Emergency, Directed $5 Million to Food Banks

When President Trump refused to use reserve funds during the federal government shutdown, Governor Kotek ensured that the 757,000 who rely on food assistance could access SNAP following court ruling.

Convened 2025 Tribal-State Government-to-Government Summit

The annual summit brings together the Governor, Tribal government and senior staff from the nine federally recognized sovereign Tribes in Oregon, and Oregon state officials to address critical shared issues through government-to-government communication, coordination, collaboration, and consultation.

Simplified paperwork for small and rural schools

House Bill 3037 built on the effort to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy with relief for our small and rural schools by simplifying the paperwork they have to do to carry out their work, giving them more time to focus on students.

Launched the The Housing Accountability and Production Office

The office will bolster Oregon’s housing production by creating a more predictable regulatory environment for builders and supporting local governments in meeting their housing goals.

Expanded access to non-opioid pain medication to prevent addiction

Senate Bill 598 is a bipartisan measure to help prevent opioid addiction in Oregon by requiring health insurers to cover at least one non-opioid for every opioid pain medication.

Fostered technology workforce and economic development

Partnership with NVIDIA, alongside $10 million investment, will train Oregonians for good paying jobs in a fast moving sector..

Strengthened and refined Early Learning Success Initiative

House Bill 3040 built on the Governor's Early Literacy Success Initiative to help every child in Oregon read and write with confidence and competence, including an additional $13 million above the current service level.

Established an ongoing, statewide shelter program

Legislation codifies emergency shelter system for Oregonians experiencing unsheltered homelessness and includes $204.9 million in funding to reduce unsheltered homelessness and help people transition to stable housing.

Accelerate Renewable Energy Siting

An executive order streamlines regulator processes, cuts red tape ahead of critical tax credit deadlines for wind and solar projects

Started Oregon Infrastructure for Housing Program

Governor Kotek’s new infrastructure for housing program issued program rules and began accepting applications for infrastructure funding to support new housing development.

Governor Kotek Signed Bills to Improve and Expand Mental Health, Addiction Care

Bipartisan legislation, including House Bills 2005, 2059, 2024, and 3321, takes a comprehensive approach to behavioral health prevention and intervention.

Strengthened State’s Wildfire Response

House Bill 3940 creates a dedicated State Forestry Department Large Wildfire Fund, ensuring resources are available when catastrophic fires strike.

Funded Summer Learning for Oregon Students

Two bipartisan bills funded summer learning programs, marking an important step forward in providing summer learning opportunities for students with ongoing funding, totalling $85 million.

Expanded eligibility for Tribal housing funding

House Bill 2139 expands funding eligibility from the BAFI-NATO program, supporting tribal sovereignty and determination of the best solutions for housing and homelessness challenges.

Cut unnecessary red tape for middle housing and legalized tens of thousands of additional housing units

House Bill 2138 will provide more opportunities for Oregonians to access diverse housing choices and homeownership options in the communities of their choosing, and HB 2258 to enable pre-approved land use and building plans for all housing types.

Took action to address the unrepresented crisis

Appointed new director to the agency, and set expectations for the director to address the unrepresented crisis to start with local solutions in six counties where unrepresented crisis is worst.

Prepared for earthquake risk and protect essential workers

An Executive Order directs DAS to ensure new state buildings over 10,000 square feet meet the highest seismic safety standards to allow the government to respond when a devastating earthquake hits.

Passed landmark school accountability bill, directly tying funding to student outcomes

Senate Bill 141 reset Oregon’s K-12 accountability system, making sure state dollars will go effectively toward student success.

Championed Historic Clean Drinking Water Legislation

Senate Bill 1154 and House Bill 3525 take essential steps forward to address water quality and transparency concerns, while protecting the health of all Oregonians.

Teamed up with Mayor Wilson to Increase Housing in Portland

Through recommendations from the Multifamily Housing Development Workgroupto accelerate construction, the Governor and Portland Mayor committed to state and city partnership to spur multifamily housing development in Portland.

Fought for federal recovery funding for 2025 Floods

Requested and received a Presidential Disaster Declaration to open access to federal funds to help with cleanup, emergency housing, infrastructure repair, and long-term rebuilding. They would also support hazard mitigation projects like reinforced levees, improved floodplain management, and more.

Directed $1 Million in Emergency Assistance to Oregon’s Tribes

Allocation adds to the $5 million already sent to Oregon Food Bank network to support food access statewide.

Stayed the course on Gender Responsive Practices recommendations in corrections

Continued to support the Advisory Panel on Gender Responsive Practices in Corrections as they provide advice to the Department of Corrections in implementing gender responsive and trauma informed practices at the women’s prison facility – including ensuring that DOC’s efforts are made transparent.

Launched 5,000 Unit Challenge with Mayor Wilson

With advocacy from Governor Kotek, the City of Portland waived waived System Development Charges (SDCs) until 5,000 housing units are built or three years have passed.

Launched Behavioral Health Talent Council to Address Workforce Crisis

First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson chaired council focused on developing comprehensive workforce action plan.

Signed Landmark Microgrid Legislation into Law

House Bills 2065 and 2066 aim to increase and expedite access to microgrids across urban, suburban, and rural Oregon communities.

Protected Oregon Students from Bullying

The Oregon Department of Education, Bureau of Labor and Industries issued guidance to protect students from bullying, discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin and immigration status

Established the West Coast Health Alliance to safeguard public health and confidence in vaccine safety and efficacy

The alliance is a unified response to the Trump Administration's politicization of the U.S. CDC, aiming to provide science-based immunization and health recommendations to residents.

Visited Harney County to Survey Historic Flooding

Governor met with local and Tribal emergency responders, volunteers, and community recovering from severe flooding and and committed to Fighting for Recovery Resources.

Started Partnership to Build Wildfire-Resilient Communities in Oregon

Partnership with IBHS will explore opportunities to build resilience within Oregon communities in the face of catastrophic wildfires

Launched Pilot Program to Rehouse and Connect Oregonians to Services

The community pilot projects will improve connection between mental health services and housing stability.

Convened Oregon Business Roundtable to Discuss Tariffs, Trade, and the Economy

Food, beverage, shipping, agriculture, and apparel industries talked with the Governor about the impacts of tariffs in Oregon to determine next steps.

Extended Homelessness Emergency Executive Order

The extended homelessness emergency order continued shelter operations, rehousing and homelessness prevention efforts.

Guided ethical use of AI in government

Oregon's AI Action Plan will guide responsible, ethical use of artificial intelligence in state government.

Improved Customer Service Outcomes across state government

Customer service improved across the government, including faster hiring, reduced wait times, and increased accountability across state agencies.

Opposed President Trump's Budget Cuts, Pledged to Protect Oregon

The Trump administration's budget reconciliation bill will cut $15 billion in federal funding from Oregon, heavily impacting health care and food assistance benefits.

Launched Financing Program to Build More Housing, Lower Costs

The $75 million Moderate Income Revolving Loan program provides zero-interest loans to cities and counties for housing under 120% Annual Median Income.

Stood Up to Trump Administration’s Threat to Take Away Funds from Oregon Students

When the Trump Administration sent an ultimatum sent to the Oregon Department of Education to eliminate efforts and initiatives in support of diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Governor directed ODE to hold the line.

Connected state health authority with Tribal nations to combat disease

Senate Bill 841 enables the Oregon Health Authority to build vital partnerships with sovereign tribal nations in our shared public health objective to combat disease and address health issues affecting all of our residents.

Expanded eligibility for 2020 wildfire recovery programs

More homeowners who self-funded repairs can now access 2020 Wildfire Recovery programs.

Invited Tribal Youth Councils to Help Lead Resilience Strategies for Oregon

Youth Councils from Oregon’s nine federally-recognized tribes will help pilot resilience strategies in the Plan for a Resilient Oregon.

Released a Social and Emotional Health Roadmap and Inventory of Tools

The Roadmap and Inventory of tools and resources supports students’ and teachers’ mental health.

Announced Homelessness Emergency Outcomes in Rural Communities

Rural Oregon exceeded homelessness emergency goals, with 26 Balance of State counties rehousing 450+ households and adding 100+ shelter beds.

Signed seventh agreement with Tribes to establish Veteran Service Organizations

ODVA signed an agreement with Tribes to establish Veteran Service Organizations, within the Federally recognized Tribes of Oregon. These VSO programs help to connect the earned Veterans benefits with Tribal Member Veterans.

Invested $4 million in job-creating businesses across the state

Ten Strategic Reserve Fund Awards went to projects across the state that provide good paying jobs for Oregonians.

Directed state funding to Rowena Fire recovery

The Oregon Department Emergency Management allocated $3.5 million to Wasco County to complete debris removal and advance rebuilding efforts.

Signed bill to empower Oregon's nine federally recognized Tribes to design, implement, and oversee early learning programs

House Bill 2815 empowers Oregon's nine federally recognized Tribes to design, implement, and oversee early learning programs that reflect your unique cultures and community priorities.

Delivered 2025 State of the State Address

Governor Tina Kotek delivered her State of the State address, calling for continued action on homelessness, housing, mental health, education accountability, and climate resilience.

Signed key legislation to cut energy costs

A package of bills including House Bills 3546, 3179, 3792, and Senate Bill 688 holds large energy users accountable and boosts funding for programs that help low-income households afford their energy bills

Set New Expectations on State Rulemaking

New rulemaking transparency guidelines will ensure transparency and accountability in state government.

Visited 2025 Mid-Willamette Valley Interagency Wildland Fire School

Nearly 200 firefighters attended the annual Mid-Willamette Valley Interagency Wildland Fire School in Sweet Home, where BLM and ODF provided essential safety-focused training for Oregon's fire season.

Appointed Historic Oregon Environmental Restoration Fund Council

The Oregon Environmental Restoration Fund invests the proceeds of a historic, nearly $700 million settlement against Monsanto for long-term harm caused by PCB chemicals to Oregon's land, water, fish and wildlife, funding projects that benefit the state's environment and communities.

Protected Oregon’s economy from tariffs

Understanding economic impact is step one to understand and mitigate the harm of President Trump’s tariffs. Governor Kotek directed Business Oregon to issue a survey to understand the scope of the problem and inform her 2026 focus on economic development.

Prioritize Oregon Small Businesses for State Contracts

House Bill 2337 will expand economic opportunities for small businesses by prioritizing small businesses for state contracts.

Developed Statewide Tribal State Relations Training

Developed Statewide Tribal State Relations Training.

Secured a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the 2025 Floods

Requested and received Presidential Disaster Declaration to open access to federal funds to help with cleanup, emergency housing, infrastructure repair, and long-term rebuilding. They would also support hazard mitigation projects like reinforced levees, improved floodplain management, and more.

Signed Agreement with the United Kingdom for Increased Trade

The partnership will deepen economic development, energy, and trade relations between Oregon and the United Kingdom

Second Year Accomplishments

Announced a $25 Million Partnership with Coordinated Care Organizations to Expand Behavioral Health Capacity

The partnership, at the request of Governor Kotek, opened funding for projects that will serve youth, meet the greatest needs, and are geographically diverse.

Awarded over $200 Million in Oregon CHIPS Act Funding

Oregon CHIPS Act investments set to leverage more than $36 billion in private investment and approximately $2 billion in federal CHIPS and Science Act Investment in Oregon.

Re-upped Homelessness State of Emergency After Exceeding Year 1 Goals

The updated order came after data showed that the state exceeded all three goals set out in the homelessness state of emergency Governor Kotek issued during her first year in office.

Launched Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Statewide

The statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library means that the state will work toward its goal to make books from the program available to all children ages 0-5 in every Oregon county.

Unveiled a Proposal to Boost the State School Fund

The Governor kept her commitment and proposed a boost to current service level for the State School Fund so the state can be a stronger, more accurate and predictable funder of K-12 public education across Oregon.

Hosted First Annual Summer and After School Learning Summit

Governor Kotek co-convened a Summer and After School Learning Summit sponsored by the Oregon Community Foundation and Gray Family Foundation.

Eliminated Backlog at Department of Public Safety Standards and Training

After advocating for additional funding in 2023, the agency eliminated their long-standing back log in less than one year.

Released 2025-2027 Recommended Budget

In the Governor's recommended budget, she stayed focused on bold, urgent action on issues of top concern for Oregonians: housing and homelessness, behavioral health, and education, a direct reflection of the Governor's continued and steadfast commitment to making progress on Oregonians’ priorities.

Directed the Oregon State Police's Fentanyl Strategic Enforcement and Disruption Initiative to Continue and Expand

In response to Oregon’s crisis of fentanyl overdoses, the Governor directed the Oregon State Police to launch Fentanyl Strategic Enforcement and Disruption strategies statewide. Her 2025-2027 recommended budget expands on these efforts.

Reestablished Task Force on Tribal Cultural Items

In 2019, Oregon was the first in the nation to report its survey findings of Tribal cultural items, but the task force’s work had been paused since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Kotek's executive order reinvigorates this critical work.

Declared a Coordinated, 90-Day, Tri-Government Fentanyl Emergency in the City of Portland

The tri-government fentanyl emergency declarations directed the city, county, and state to commit available resources to a unified response within the Portland Central City, activating a command center where a team of over 50 city, county, and state employees coordinated strategies and response efforts.

Signed the Emergency Housing Stabilization and Production Package into Law

The Emergency Housing Stabilization and Production Package provided a $376 million state investment in addressing the housing crisis, and created a menu of tools to help increase housing production across the state.

Funded Summer Learning for Students Across the State

House Bill 4082 provided $30 million in state funding for summer learning in 2024 and created a workgroup to develop recommendations for sustainable long-term funding for summer learning in the future.

Made Measurable Progress on Homelessness Crisis

The Governor's homelessness initiative is projected to rehouse and shelter thousands of Oregonians, while preventing thousands more from becoming homeless in the first place.

Expanded Treatment Capacity, Released Statewide Dashboard

The Governor's Office and OHA published a treatment capacity dashboard with a projected goal of adding 465 beds by December 2026.

3 New Agency Leaders Appointed

Governor Kotek appointed Dr. Nakeia Daniels as Director of the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA), Ivan Gall as Director to the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) and Sara O'Brien as Director of the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB).

Promoted School Attendance

Governor Tina Kotek signed a proclamation declaring the month of September 2024 as Attendance Awareness Month.

Visited All 9 Federally Recognized Sovereign Tribal Nations

Governor Kotek fulfilled her commitment to visit with all nine federally recognized Tribal nations in 2024, deepening government-to-government partnerships with Tribal nations representing the peoples who have inhabited Oregon since time immemorial.

Fought for Federal Dollars for Wildfire Recovery

Governor Tina Kotek sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting a federal major disaster declaration to provide relief to the rural Oregon communities who weathered an unprecedented, destructive wildfire season.

Issued Apology for Oregon's Role in Indian Boarding School Policies

Governor Kotek released a statement following President Joe Biden’s presidential apology for the Indian Boarding School era.

Hosted the Governor's Marketplace in Salem and Portland

Governor Tina Kotek reconvened the annual Governor's Marketplace for the first time since 2019, bringing information about public contracting opportunities and business resources to Oregonians across the state.

Developed New State Office to Bolster Housing Production

The Governor’s top legislative priority in 2024, Senate Bill 1537, created the HAPO as a key tool for meeting the Governor’s housing production goals.

Immediately Secured Medical Abortion Access After Federal Election

The prior supply had an expiration date of September 2025, and OHSU's new supply has an expiration date of September 2028.

Convened the Tribal Consultation Task Force

The Tribal Consultation Task Force is focused on improving nation-to-nation consultation and coordination processes.

Directed State Legislature to Take Action and Pay Oregon's 2024 Wildfire Bills

The Governor used her constitutional authority to call a special session of the Oregon Legislature for lawmakers to appropriate funds to pay the firefighters, local fire services, and vendors who responded when Oregon called.

Celebrated 10 Years of the Governor's Regional Solutions Program

Regional coordinators represent the Governor in the field, work with advisory committees and teams to ensure effective state government support to local partners, serving as a conduit between the Governor and local communities.

Appointed 77 Local Leaders Across the State to Serve on the Governor's Regional Solutions Advisory Committees in 2024

The Advisory Committees determine regional priorities for community and economic development, identify resources and funding, and utilize their local connections to advance regional efforts.

Convened Oregon's Clean Tech Manufacturing Task Force

Governor Kotek, Senator Wyden, and Daimler Truck North America President and CEO John O’Leary co-convened the Clean Tech Manufacturing Task Force to advance Oregon’s transition to a clean energy economy.

Oregon Awarded over $43 Million in Federal Resources to Protect and Enhance Oregon's Natural Landscape

Oregon Awarded the Largest EPA Award in Pacific Northwest to Reduce GHG Emissions

Oregon will use the $197 million federal grant to implement the measures identified in Oregon’s Priority Climate Action Plan.

Hosted the Western Governors Association Decarbonization Workshop

The fourth and final WGA workshop explored both natural and technological strategies for carbon reduction, utilization, and storage.

Affirmed State Commitments to Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative

The Governor directed state agencies to chart Oregon's path forward to restore healthy and abundant salmon and steelhead fisheries in the Columbia and Snake rivers.

Convened 2024 Tribal-State Government-to-Government Summit

The Governor convened the Tribal-State Government-to-Government Summit, where state agencies and Tribes met to discuss mutual challenges, successes, and goals.

First Year Accomplishments

Signed over 600 bipartisan bills

Declared a homelessness state of emergency

Secured $155 million early the legislative sessions to fund an emergency package to prevent homelessness, expand shelter capacity, and rehouse people experiencing homelessness.

Visited all 36 Oregon Counties

Support for Reading and Writing

Governor Kotek worked with the Legislature to secure increased funding for early literacy and improve how we teach kids how to read and write - ensuring educators, parents, caregivers, sovereign Tribal nations, and communities have what they need to support our students by passing and signing House Bill 3198.

Directed Oregon State Police to deploy enhanced fentanyl enforcement strategies

Signed the Oregon CHIPS Act

Signed Senate Bill 4 to bring new state investments into semiconductorresearch and manufacturing to make Oregon competitive for federal resources from the federal the CHIPS and Science Act. Business Oregon led an expedited process to start isuse contracts this month.

Advocated for and secured $650 million for affordable housing

Secured $650 million to preserve and build more affordable housing statewide.

Sent new expectations to state agencies to enhance customer service to Oregonians, and strengthen accountability and transparency

Launched multi-agency coordinating teams to implement Homelessness State of Emergency

Advocated and received $200 million in funding to expand access to behavioral health services

$200 million will add capacity for detox and substance use disorder residential treatment facilities, provide incentives to stabilize and support the behavioral health workforce, and increase community services for individuals who are likely to end up in the Oregon State Hospital.

Educator preparations for teaching students reading and writing

Governor Kotek established the Early Literacy Educator Preparation Council in May in order to develop recommendations to raise the bar on elementary educator preparation for reading and writing instruction.

Launched Paid Leave Oregon

This new program has provided benefits to tens of thousands of Oregonians, allowing them to take paid time off from work to care for themselves or loved ones dealing with serious health concerns, to bond with a new child, or to address the impacts of domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment, and stalking.

Secured $2.5 million for the Clean Start Program

Used $1 million from the Governor's Strategic Reserve Fund to support an expansion of the Clean Start program that employs individuals who recently experienced homelessness to clean up trash in Portland, combined with $1.5 million from Multnomah County.

Announced action to protect access to Mifepristone for abortion and miscarriage management

Announced next steps to improve outcomes for students, parents and teachers following resolution of Portland Public Schools strike

Signed HB 2005 which bans untraceable and undetectable ghost guns in Oregon

Championed the Interstate Bridge Replacement project

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program (IBR) was awarded $600 million from the Mega Grant Program for the replacement of the Interstate 5 Bridge.

Established Tribal Affairs Office

And hired Oregon's first Director of Tribal Affairs.

Signed Climate Resiliency Package into law

Record turnaround for distributing Homelessness State of Emergency Funds

Homelessness Emergency funding package signed March 29, contracts distributed to emergency areas April 10, and executed contracted returned on April 28.

Appointed 9 agency directors

ODE Director Charlene Williams, OHA Director Sejal Hathi, OSP Superintendent Casey Codding, DPSST Director Phil Castle, OEM Director Erin McMahon, TAG Alan Gronwald, DOC Director Mike Reese, DOA Director Lisa Charpilloz Hanson, Oregon Lottery Director Mike Wells.

Convened advisory panel on gender responsive practices in corrections

Expanded access to life-saving opioid overdose reversal medication

Governor Kotek championed and signed SB 1043, which required hospitals, sobering facilities, and detox facilities to provide two doses of opioid overdose reversal medication and necessary medical supplies to administer medication to specified patients upon discharge or release.

Funded the Oregon Tribal Student Grant

Governor Kotek worked with the Legislature to continue funding the Oregon Tribal Student Grant. This grant program is expected to pay for most or all public undergraduate college-related expenses for students from Oregon's nine federally recognized sovereign Tribal nations.

Directed Oregon Health Authority to grant licenses to PeaceHealth to maintain behavioral health services in the wake of hospital closure

Directed the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to make state tax compliance a requirement to issue or renew cannabis retail licenses.

Responded to over 9,000 constituent inquiries.

The Governor's Constituent Services team completed 9,205 constituent contacts by supplying them with more information or providing agency referrals. (current as of 12/19/23)

More need-based financial aid for higher education

Governor Kotek's leadership was instrumental in the Legislature's approval of a $100 million increase to the Oregon Opportunity Grant (OOG), bringing the funding to $308 million. With the added funding, the Higher Education Coordinating Commissions is increasing awards to up to 75 percent of average tuition for the lowest income Oregonians.

Secured funding for DPSST, cutting training wait times in half

Directed the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), with new funding from the Legislature, to expand the capacity to train new officers to meet workforce challenges across the state.

576 board & commission appointments

Extra support for rural and small schools

The Legislature funded Governor Kotek's nearly $5 million request to support education service districts (ESDs) in providing rural and small school technical assistance support and reducing administrative burden for these districts.

Championed Oregon's broadband expansion

Oregon is being awarded $156.7 million to expand broadband infrastructure across the state through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Capital Projects Fund.

Secured over 70 new substance use disorder treatment beds in Portland Central City in partnership with Central City Concern, City of Portland, and Multnomah County

Convened Portland Central City Task Force; issued urgent, concrete action steps to revitalize downtown

Appointed Justice Aruna Masih as Oregon’s first Punjabi, Indian American and South Asian Supreme Court Justice

Forgave fines and fees to allow more than 10,000 Oregonians to reinstate their driver’s licenses

Issued new remissions orders forgiving unpaid traffic fines and fees to include over 10,000 individuals who were inadvertently omitted in the previous 2022 remissions orders.

Announced historic federal partnership with Six Sovereigns to address declining salmon population, climate, and Tribal justice crises facing the Columbia River Basin

The Six Sovereigns - who joined together to develop the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative - formed a partnership with the Biden Administration as an integral step in the work to prevent salmon extinction and restore salmon to healthy and abundant levels.

Formed $25 million partnership with Coordinated Care Organizations to expand youth behavioral health capacity

Established Artificial Intelligence Council

In response to the growing role that generative artificial intelligence is playing in society, Governor Kotek announced the formation of the Oregon State Government AI Advisory Council to develop recommendations for its utilization across state government.