Oregons

Major Lawsuit Challenges Oregon’s Groundbreaking Packaging Responsibility Law, Citing Constitutional Concerns

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Portland, Oregon — In a significant legal action, the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) has filed a lawsuit against the state of Oregon, contesting the constitutionality of its recently implemented extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for packaging. This lawsuit comes on the heels of Oregon’s pioneering move to adopt such a program, aimed at enhancing recycling practices and reducing plastic waste. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon, sets forth several claims. NAW contends that the EPR program violates various legal doctrines including nondelegation, the federal dormant commerce clause, … Read more

Oregon’s Senate Bill 95 Boosts Judicial Resources, Adding Long-Awaited Judges for Douglas County

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ROSEBURG, Ore. — Governor Tina Kotek has enacted Senate Bill 95, which introduces new judicial positions in Douglas, Lane, and Clackamas counties. This landmark decision comes after decades of stagnant judicial resources in Douglas County, where the number of elected judges has remained unchanged for over 40 years. According to a statement from the Douglas County Circuit Court, there have been no additions to the judicial bench since the Oregon Judicial Department began keeping records in 1985. The call for a new judge in Douglas County has been persistent, with requests included in legislative proposals … Read more

Decoding Oregon’s Public Nudity Laws: What You Need to Know

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In Portland, Oregon, the legal landscape surrounding public nudity continues to spark discussions about personal freedom and societal norms. With a diverse population and a variety of cultural attitudes, Oregon’s approach to nudity is both unique and complex. Public nudity laws in the state fall primarily under regulations that prohibit indecent exposure. In Oregon, indecent exposure is defined as intentionally exposing one’s genitals in public with the intent to arouse or gratify sexual desire or to cause alarm. It is important to note that simply being nude is not inherently illegal unless it is coupled … Read more

Oregon’s Governor Kotek Enacts 25 New Laws in a Busy Week, Addressing Key Issues from Environmental Safety to Education Reform

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SALEM, Ore. — Gov. Tina Kotek of Oregon signed a significant number of bills into law this week, bringing the total to 46, with 25 signed on Wednesday alone. The legislation covers a range of topics, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing various state needs. Among the key measures enacted, several focus on improving inter-agency data sharing protocols. On Monday, Kotek signed multiple bills aimed at enhancing the efficiency of data submission requirements across state agencies, which is intended to streamline operations and improve service delivery. The recent legislative actions include new guidelines for managing … Read more