The article discusses the conclusion of the Oregon legislative session, highlighting key issues such as the fate of the 'Preschool for All' tax, which is facing scrutiny from state lawmakers. Although some attempts to phase out the program have been dropped, Governor Kotek's criticism indicates ongoing concerns about its effectiveness. Additionally, the legislature has passed critical regulations including a bill banning 'rapid-fire activators' and measures to help alleviate the public defender crisis. These developments reflect pressing social and administrative challenges faced by Oregon.
"The House passed a bill prohibiting 'rapid-fire activators'... Lawmakers also passed a bill to curtail how much Oregon's for-profit utility companies can raise rates."
"Gov. Kotek criticized Preschool for All as recently as Thursday, saying the program doesn't support enough Oregon preschoolers for the money it collects from taxpayers."
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