BEH Invites You to Public Contracting 201
BEH is hosting Public Contracting 201: a free virtual presentation on the essential elements to look for and include in goods and services contracts.
Earlier this year, the Oregon legislature passed House Bill 4115, which amends the Public Employees’ Collective Bargaining Act (PECBA) to allow police officers who hold the rank of sergeant to join existing bargaining units or to form their own bargaining units for the first time.
A Brief Refresher on Oregon’s Political Activity Laws
As we enter another election year, our office wanted to take this opportunity to remind you of Oregon’s political activity laws, which are located in ORS Chapter 260.
Updating Transient Lodging Tax Ordinances
The COVID pandemic, recent inflation, and general trends have resulted in changes to the tourism industry in Oregon, and we thought it would be a good time for you to review and consider updating your transient lodging tax (“TLT”) ordinance.
Paid Leave Oregon & Public Contracting Rules
Recent updates to Paid Leave Oregon and public contracting rules may have impacts on local governments.
Previous Blasts (link)
PFAS Class Action Lawsuit Deadlines
Numerous public water providers in Oregon have been identified as potential members of two class action lawsuits against 3M and DuPont for PFAS contamination.
2023 Regular Session Legislative Roundup
In spite of an unusually abbreviated session, the Oregon state legislature managed to pass a not-insignificant amount of legislation during the 2023 regular session.
Ensure Preparedness for Paid Leave Oregon
As you are hopefully aware, the state has implemented the Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) program that was detailed in an earlier blast from our office.
Jack Hammond (1943 - 2023)