As the Oregon legislative session nears its close, lawmakers tackle significant issues including the fate of the Preschool for All tax, which is under scrutiny for potentially discouraging wealthy residents. Governor Kotek's criticism of the program raised concerns about its effectiveness. The House passed legislation on rapid-fire activators and public defender overtime to address the state's public defender crisis. With rising temperatures expected, local culture events, like Nacho Week, provide a momentary respite amid legislative tension.
The Mercury's Taylor Griggs digs into the issue, speaking with one family who says Preschool for All has transformed their family's lives for the better.
Kotek criticized Preschool for All as recently as Thursday, in what many are calling a "double down," saying the program still doesn't support enough Oregon preschoolers.
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