Sen. Bonham: Oregon’s Policies Are Weakening Job Growth

By Oregon State Senator Daniel Bonham,
Press Release,

Oregon’s business climate is broken. A new jobs reports shows that since January 2020, Oregon added just 1,392 private-sector jobs, while government jobs grew by 17,583. Not surprising—Oregon ranks 48th in business friendliness. Our policies should attract businesses and jobs, not drive them away. That’s why this session, Senate Republicans are championing bills to make it easier to be in business in Oregon, not harder.

Estate Tax Reform: Proposals to reduce or eliminate the Oregon estate tax and provide exemptions for family-owned businesses.

State Budget & Tax Accountability: Advocating for zero-based budgeting and requiring a 3/5th vote to raise taxes.

Working Class Tax Breaks: Bills to eliminate taxes on tips and provide tax credits for childcare workers.

Property Tax Relief: Tax protections for seniors, including freezes and constitutional amendments for relief.

CAT Fixes: Increasing exemptions and reducing tax burdens on businesses, homebuilders, and healthcare providers.

Reducing Regulations: Easing paperwork for businesses, reforming pay equity laws, and repealing Ag overtime mandates.