All Oregon Ski Resorts May Be Forced to CLOSE as Last Major Insurer Leaves State

Oregon's iconic outdoor recreation industry is at a legal crossroads. House Bill 3140 could reshape the future of skiing, rafting, hiking, and more — by allowing businesses to avoid lawsuits for "ordinary negligence."Supporters say it's essential to keep recreation businesses alive amid skyrocketing insurance costs. Opponents — including those who’ve lost loved ones or suffered life-altering injuries — say it strips away public protections and justice.