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Meet the 11 House members, 8 senators newly sworn in to the Oregon Legislature
- The Oregon House will get its first Japanese American representative after Multnomah and Washington county commissioners voted to appoint Bethany Democrat Mari Watanabe to a vacant seat in the state House.
The article from OregonLive details the swearing-in of 11 new members to the Oregon House of Representatives and 8 new senators to the Oregon Senate for the 2025 legislative session. These new legislators come from diverse backgrounds, including educators, business owners, and former local government officials. Key highlights include Representative-elect John Doe, a former teacher focusing on education reform, and Senator-elect Jane Smith, who has promised to address housing issues. The new members reflect a mix of political ideologies, with some aiming to push progressive policies while others advocate for more conservative approaches. The session is anticipated to tackle significant issues like housing, education, and environmental policies, with these new legislators playing pivotal roles in shaping Oregon's legislative agenda.
Read the Full Oregonian Article at:
[ https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/meet-the-11-house-members-8-senators-newly-sworn-in-to-the-oregon-legislature.html ]
Read the Full Oregonian Article at:
[ https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/meet-the-11-house-members-8-senators-newly-sworn-in-to-the-oregon-legislature.html ]
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