La Mota Tax Crisis and Oregon’s Regulatory Shift | Portland News

La Mota’s owner Aaron Mitchell faces over $7.9 million in Oregon tax liens covering unpaid marijuana, income, and corporate taxes dating back to 2020—interest and penalties make it even steeper. This isn’t new: the company’s prior dealings forced the resignation of Oregon’s former Secretary of State. Meanwhile, prediction market Kalshi is ramping up influence in Oregon, hiring lobbyists and donating $12,500 to AG Dan Rayfield, who previously opposed them—and whose reelection looms in 2028. Back home, Multnomah County commissioners are reviewing the Preschool for All program’s funding model, weighing potential tax changes and cost projections ahead of an August deadline, as new data suggests fewer seats may be needed—but rising costs demand careful planning to avoid destabilizing the program. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d958983b127ab3d0