EPISODE · Jun 21, 2025 · 20 MIN
All Oregon Ski Resorts May Be Forced to CLOSE as Last Major Insurer Leaves State
from News For Reasonable People · host Sean Reynolds
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.
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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.
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All Oregon Ski Resorts May Be Forced to CLOSE as Last Major Insurer Leaves State
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