The impasse in Salem over the Republican Senate walkout has shown signs of cracking after three days of breaking quorum. Democratic leaders in the Senate have scheduled a meeting with Republican leaders at 8 a.m. on Wednesday(10 May 2023). But will it result in the conclusion of a week-long strike?
As koin.com stated, In Oregon, the Department of Human Services improperly distributed $1.46M in pandemic relief funds. Governor Kotek of the EBT has expressed her optimism that she and Senate Minority Leader Tim Knopp (R-Bend) can come to an agreement on their own.
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Kotek admitted that communication had broken down but said the two parties were mature enough to discuss their differences and return to business.
Since last Wednesday, when Republican senators began skipping floor sessions, there have not been enough representatives present to vote on any legislation. Republicans are attempting to prevent a vote on a number of bills, including one dealing with reproductive rights and gender-affirming health care, HB 2002.
The gathering shows that the two groups are still working together to block a quorum in the Senate.
The following is up-to-date information on recent happenings in Oregon:
- Seven Days of Republican Protest in the Oregon Senate.
- Oregon Again Misapplied Almost $1 Million in Covid Food Subsidies.
Even while Democrats have stated unequivocally that the reproductive rights proposal is “not up for negotiation,” much hinges on tomorrow’s meeting between Knopp and Senate President Rob Wagner, whom Knopp has openly criticized as untrustworthy.
There are still roughly 45 days remaining in the session, and many money matters, including the state budget for the next two years and a new I-5 bridge, need to be approved.
The GOP has pledged to defend this proposal in court. Still, if any politicians have 10 or more unexcused absences by this Friday, they will no longer be eligible to compete for reelection.
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