by Salem Chamber | Apr 13, 2017 | Public Policy blog
Here’s a brief rundown of what’s happening now of importance to business in Oregon’s Legislature: SB 301 would effectively preclude employers from enforcing zero tolerance drug policies. We are deeply disappointed this bill has been kept alive in...
by Salem Chamber | Apr 4, 2017 | Public Policy blog
April 3rd was a pivotal day in the Oregon Legislature as a comprehensive, preemptive law surrounding ride sharing in Oregon was considered by the House Committee on Business and Labor at a public hearing. It was a long hearing with supporters and detractors offering...
by Salem Chamber | Feb 27, 2017 | Public Policy blog
We now have reason to believe that Senate Bill 828 will be the primary legislative bill to mandate “predictive scheduling” on Oregon employers. We also believe it may now be the top labor priority for 2017. Senate Bill 828, although it applies to all...
by Salem Chamber | Dec 12, 2016 | Public Policy blog
2017 Legislative Developments As we look ahead to Oregon’s 2017 Legislative Session, priorities from the House of Representatives are becoming more apparent. Here you will find the current list of tax proposals being considered by House Democratic...
by Salem Chamber | Oct 20, 2016 | Public Policy blog
As I think back to the last three legislative sessions I’ve been involved in, I’m incredibly thankful for the dozens of people that have taken time away from their profession and their families to meet with legislators. My friend John Miller recently said...
by Salem Chamber | Oct 11, 2016 | Public Policy blog
November’s General Election is less than a month away, and there are significant state and local issues appearing on the ballot. Locally, the “Keep Salem Safe” campaign that is working to pass a bond measure that will build a new facility for...
