EPISODE · Mar 10, 2023 · 26 MIN
Oregon Cashes in on CHIPS, Smaller Classes for Kids, & Bigger Penalties for Thieves
from City Cast Portland · host City Cast
Oregon just passed a big deadline in this year’s legislative session in Salem. Basically, all the bills they’ll be considering are finally in, and with over 2,700 on the docket, there’s so much to discuss. On today’s show, lead producer John Notarianni hosts Portland’s weekly news roundtable, joined by Julia Shumway, a senior reporter for the Oregon Capital Chronicle, and our very own Hey Portland newsletter editor, Rachel Monahan. They’re taking a look at three potential new laws that could have a significant impact on Oregon. We’re talking all about microchips, classroom sizes, and retail theft. Links to additional reading on the topic: Oregon semiconductor bill could temporarily change state’s approach to land use (OPB) In a Raft of New Lawsuits, Black Oregonians Say Leading Retailers Profiled and Persecuted Them (Willamette Week) Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Still want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
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Oregon just passed a big deadline in this year’s legislative session in Salem. Basically, all the bills they’ll be considering are finally in, and with over 2,700 on the docket, there’s so much to discuss. On today’s show, lead producer John Notarianni hosts Portland’s weekly news roundtable, joined by Julia Shumway, a senior reporter for the Oregon Capital Chronicle, and our very own Hey Portland newsletter editor, Rachel Monahan. They’re taking a look at three potential new laws that could have a significant impact on Oregon. We’re talking all about microchips, classroom sizes, and retail theft. Links to additional reading on the topic: Oregon semiconductor bill could temporarily change state’s approach to land use (OPB) In a Raft of New Lawsuits, Black Oregonians Say Leading Retailers Profiled and Persecuted Them (Willamette Week) Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Still want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
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