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Lawmakers propose requiring salary information in Oregon job listings

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March 6, 2025

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Lawmakers propose requiring salary information in Oregon job listings

A law proposed this session would mandate employers to disclose wage and benefit details in job postings.
Supporters argue the bill would promote pay equity, particularly for women and minorities.

Oregon Democrats are renewing their effort to pass legislation requiring employers to include wage and benefit information in job listings and aiming to increase pay transparency and equity in the hiring process.

The bill, House Bill 2746, had its first public hearing on Monday and testimony continued Wednesday afternoon.

“This bill is critical for ensuring that Oregon remains an equitable place to live and work,” bill sponsor and Senate Majority Leader Sen. Kayse Jama, D-Portland, said. “Despite our pay equity laws, significant wage gaps for minority communities exist.”

What the bill would require of employers

The bill would require internal or external job postings, and transfer or promotion opportunities, to include wage or wage range information and a general description of benefits and other compensation details. Failing to do so would become an “unlawful practice” that could result in a letter of education or fines up to $10,000 for repeat violations.

The bill establishes a one-year statute of limitations for people to file a complaint with the Bureau of Labor and Industries.

Fourteen other states have introduced similar legislation in recent years. As of 2021, Colorado has required employers to include compensation information in job postings. New York, California, Maryland, Connecticut, Nevada and Rhode Island also have pay transparency laws.

Washington enacted a salary disclosure law in 2022.

Oregon lawmakers last attempted to pass a similar bill in 2023, but the bill died in committee before the session ended. Jama said HB 2746 this legislative session reflected changes and compromises made after discussions with various stakeholders.

Vasu Reddy, director of State Policy for Workplace Justice at the National Women’s Law Center, said the bill would combat gender and racial wage gaps by countering “unintentional biases and structural problems” that can lead to discrimination in previous jobs being carried over to the next.

Reddy said the bill would also help attract top talent to Oregon and ultimately save money and time during job recruitment.

Opponents refer to law as redundant, burdensome

Business associations oppose the measure again this session, saying the bill would disproportionately affect small businesses and that it is redundant with existing state law.

“While the bill may be intended to promote transparency, instead it creates an unnecessary, potentially costly and burdensome state mandate on small businesses,” said Anthony Smith, Oregon director for the National Federation of Independent Business. “There are already significant federal and state standards that explicitly prohibit wage discrimination.”

Smith said members are “nervous” about the idea that getting something wrong on a job listing could lead to penalties of up to $10,000.

Oregon Business and Industry, a statewide business association representing more than 1,600 members, also opposes the measure. Paloma Sparks, executive vice president and general counsel for OBI, said the bill was duplicative of existing law and was an example of the “proliferation” of new employment laws being passed by the Oregon Legislature that have affected the Bureau of Labor and Industries and state businesses.

In an informational meeting on Feb. 24, BOLI Commissioner Christina Stephenson told lawmakers at least 74 laws have been passed in the past decade impacting BOLI’s workload. Only 10 of those policy changes came with resources to enforce those laws, she said.

Sparks also said that in Washington state, the updated law resulted in a new legal “cottage industry” that goes after employers. According to the Seattle Times, one law firm in Washington has filed the majority of more than 250 lawsuits against Washington businesses that may have violated the transparency statute.

Dianne Lugo covers the Oregon Legislature and equity issues. Reach her at dlugo@statesmanjournal.com or on X @DianneLugo

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Winter storm brings threat of flooding to Western Oregon, SW Wash.

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December 8, 2025

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Winter storm brings threat of flooding to Western Oregon, SW Wash.

PORTLAND, Ore. — With heavy rain in the forecast through Wednesday, parts of Western Oregon and Southwest Washington are facing the threat of flooding.

The winter storm prompted several flood warnings and watches from the National Weather Service, including along the coast and local waterways that are prone to flooding.

Flooding could hit rivers, creeks, and other waterways that drain from the Coast Range, Willapa Hills, and Cascades.

Clackamas County officials issued a warning of their own Monday night, asking people to prepare for potential flooding in the county’s low-lying areas. That included Johnson Creek, which is expected to reach flood stage early Tuesday morning.

While the heaviest rainfall is expected through Wednesday, waterways could continue to rise through the day Thursday.

CLOSURES AND DELAYS

There are a couple school delays in effect due to the weather, primarily along the Oregon coast.

The Tillamook and Neah-Kah-Nie School Districts are on a two-hour delay on Tuesday to give buses and families more daylight to safely navigate roads. They are also cancelling AM preschool on Tuesday.

Tillamook Bay Community College campuses are also on a two-hour delay.

You can keep up with the latest delays and cancellations here.

POWER OUT?

With strong wind gusts coupled with the soaking rain, there’s a chance of trees or debris falling and bringing down power lines.

If you see a downed power line, stay away from it and call 911.

RELATED | Fallen tree knocks out power for customers in NE Portland, downed lines cause car fire

As of 8 p.m. Monday, Portland General Electric was reporting 12 different outages causing just under 500 customers to lose power. The largest, impacting 173 customers, was reported at about 7 p.m. in the Garden Home area of Southwest Portland.

PGE is asking customers to have a game plan in place should there be a power outage or downed power line.

You should have an emergency kit ready that can take care of you and your family for a few days.

PGE also recommends having your contact information up-to-date with your utility company so you can get updates on any outages.

DRIVING IN THE RAIN

The wet weather could spell trouble on the roads, with decreased visibility, ponding on the road, and slippery conditions.

If you encounter a flooded area, forecasters say you should always ‘turn around – don’t drown.’

“Please do not drive over flooded roads, it is impossible to know how deep the water truly is or if the road has washed out!” the NWS said.

Emergency officials are asking everyone to slow down, as wet roads can be slippery and it’s easier for drivers to hydroplane.

As the winter weather sets in, it is also important to remember the rainy day driving essentials – increase your following and stopping distance, avoid cruise control, and use your headlights.

SANDBAGS

Many of the local counties and cities offer sandbag filling locations to help people protect their homes from rising floodwaters.

If you go to a sandbag filling location, remember to bring your own shovel, as they are typically not provided at the sites.

Clackamas County has several sandbag filling locations across the region.

Hillsboro has two sandbag filling sites for anyone worried about flooding near their home, one at Frances Street Park and another at Griffin Oaks Park.

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Oregon high school football 4A all-state team for 2025

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December 8, 2025

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Oregon high school football 4A all-state team for 2025

Here are The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Class 4A all-state teams for the 2025 Oregon high school football season.

The all-state teams were determined by a vote of the state’s coaches. All 28 head coaches in Class 4A were sent a ballot and encouraged to vote. The Oregonian/OregonLive received participation from 24 of 28 coaches. Email jhumburg@advancelocal.com with questions.

OREGON 4A FOOTBALL ALL-STATE TEAMS

Offensive player of the year

Bryce Kuenzi, Cascade

Defensive player of the year

Matthew Hinkle, Cascade

Coach of the year

Shane Hedrick, Cascade

First team offense

QB Joe Janney, Henley, senior

RB Staton Barnes, Junction City, senior

RB Bryce Kuenzi, Cascade, senior

RB Tugg McQuinn, Pendleton, senior

WR Griffyn Boomer, Tillamook, senior

WR Rocco De La Rosa, Philomath, senior

WR Josiah Hawkins, Cascade, junior

TE Jackson Roderick, Junction City, senior

TE Jamison Walsh, Cascade, junior

C Jantz Kahl Jr., Henley, senior

OL Skylar Folau, Marshfield, junior

OL Jace Johnson, Cascade, senior

OL Connor Lloyd, Junction City, senior

OL Bryce May, Cascade, senior

OL Theron Tyler, Henley, senior

K Nolan Lennox, Scappoose, senior

KR Rocco De La Rosa, Philomath, senior

First team defense

DL Bekham Hibbert, La Grande, senior

DL Matthew Hinkle, Cascade, senior

DL Jantz Kahl Jr., Henley, senior

DL Connor Lloyd, Junction City, senior

LB Brody Buzzard, Marist Catholic, senior

LB Morrisen Craig, Cascade, senior

LB Kaleb Fox, Marshfield, senior

LB CD Nuno, Philomath, senior

DB Josiah Hawkins, Cascade, junior

DB Trever Olsen, Scappoose, senior

DB Brody Ramey, Marshfield, senior

DB Conner Shively, Henley, senior

P CJ Jones, Marist Catholic, junior

Second team offense

QB Will Kessi, Scappoose, junior

QB Enoch Niblett, Marshfield, senior

RB Elijah Greenan Biggs, Scappoose, junior

RB Matthew Hinkle, Cascade, senior

RB Wyatt Kerrigan, Stayton, junior

WR Gabe Dietmeyer, Marist Catholic, sophomore

WR Nolan Lennox, Scappoose, senior

WR Jullien Rayas, Henley, senior

TE Brycen Schaan, Stayton, senior

C Brody Woods, Junction City, junior

OL Brody Buzzard, Marist Catholic, senior

OL Bekham Hibbert, La Grande, senior

OL Devyn McDonald, Tillamook, senior

OL Kaleb Moore, Junction City, senior

OL Willie Munds, Estacada, junior

K Kellen Fitzpatrick, Marist Catholic, senior

KR Josiah Hawkins, Cascade, junior

Second team defense

DL Jamison Batdorff, Marshfield, senior

DL Brayden Hamblin, Scappoose, senior

DL Cooper Kempf, Marist Catholic, senior

DL Jamison Walsh, Cascade, junior

LB Jacob Bocchi, Henley, senior

LB Riley Krantz, La Grande, senior

LB Vicent Medina, Cascade, senior

LB Jackson Skinner, Marist Catholic, senior

LB Roanin Wright, Henley, senior

DB Staton Barnes, Junction City, senior

DB Griffyn Boomer, Tillamook, senior

DB Dalton Kuenzi, Cascade, senior

DB Ryder McIlmoil, La Grande, senior

P Owen Mitzel, Stayton, senior

Third team offense

QB Cade Coreson, Cascade, senior

QB Kevin Hurliman, Tillamook, junior

RB Blake Barger, Estacada, senior

RB Jeremiah Brunick, Henley, senior

RB Kaleb Fox, Marshfield, senior

WR David Carter, Ashland, sophomore

WR Lane Olsen, Marshfield, senior

WR Hadyn Widdicombe, Marshfield, senior

TE Jubal Hoisington, Pendleton, junior

TE Ayden Welch, Ashland, senior

C Carson DeClue, La Grande, senior

OL Jamison Batdorff, Marshfield, senior

OL Mason Campbell, Scappoose, senior

OL Sabby Hlavinka, Cascade, junior

OL Cooper Kempf, Marist Catholic, senior

OL Cooper Mathis, Henley, senior

OL Abraham Richter, Stayton, senior

OL Gavin Tyler, Sweet Home, junior

K London Leitz, The Dalles, senior

KR Nolan Lennox, Scappoose, senior

Third team defense

DL Logen Bourne, Junction City, senior

DL Skylar Folau, Marshfield, junior

DL Hudson Smith, Estacada, senior

DL Methias Tuiolemotu, Tillamook, senior

LB Turner Jackson, Estacada, junior

LB Ashton Randall, Estacada, sophomore

LB Jackson Roderick, Junction City, senior

LB Luke Rosa, Sweet Home, senior

DB Dillan Davis, Sweet Home, senior

DB Noah Kim, Estacada, senior

DB Aidan Miller, Marist Catholic, junior

DB Brayden Miller, Scappoose, senior

P Darek McIlmoil, La Grande, junior

Honorable mention offense

QB AJ Altishin, Philomath, junior

QB Elijah Martin, Marist Catholic, senior

QB Kaden Shafer, Junction City, senior

QB Quin Wellman, Baker, junior

RB Conner Harvey, Marist Catholic, junior

RB Brody Mahon, Mazama, junior

RB Jackson Skinner, Marist Catholic, senior

RB Jackson Swanson, North Bend, senior

WR Drew Butler, Scappoose, senior

WR Dillan Davis, Sweet Home, senior

WR Sterling Holland, Crescent Valley, junior

WR Elias Long, Baker, senior

WR Hunter Mollerstrom, Stayton, junior

WR CD Nuno, Philomath, senior

TE Hunter Bustos, The Dalles, senior

TE Eli Jackson, Gladstone, sophomore

C Arthur Duryea, Astoria, junior

C Bryson Harvey, Marshfield, senior

C Landon Shafer, St. Helens, senior

OL Ashton Allmon, Tillamook, senior

OL Aidan Perkins, Pendleton, senior

OL Owen Swedenborg, Seaside, junior

OL Shaun Washburn, Scappoose, junior

OL Tyson Wing, Seaside, senior

K Luke Balzotti, Henley, junior

K Carter Vinson, Stayton, sophomore

K Brayden Wintersteen, Astoria, senior

KR Staton Barnes, Junction City, senior

KR Luc Frey, Marshfield, senior

Honorable mention defense

DL Adrian Balli, Astoria, senior

DL Kaleb Delph, North Bend, junior

DL Dex Dunlap, La Grande, junior

DL Kellen Hartsook, Sweet Home, junior

DL Colt Kelly, Astoria, junior

DL Aidan Perkins, Pendleton, senior

DL Jamin Peters, Philomath, junior

LB Hunter Christensen, North Bend, junior

LB Travis Conklin, Stayton, junior

LB Rocco De La Rosa, Philomath, senior

LB Vincent Maciel, Tillamook, junior

LB Kolt McQuinn, Pendleton, sophomore

LB Dexter Olson, Scappoose, junior

LB Efrain Ramirez, Seaside, junior

LB Sawyer Whitney, Marist Catholic, junior

DB Wyatt Black, Stayton, senior

DB Tugg McQuinn, Pendleton, senior

DB Sam Morris, Scappoose, junior

DB Vance Nelson, Pendleton, senior

DB Jackson Swanson, North Bend, senior

DB Junior Whitmer, Marshfield, junior

P Kelton Davis, Hidden Valley, senior

P Quin Gohr, Astoria, senior

P Tristan Smith Evans, Tillamook, senior

ALL-LEAGUE TEAMS

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Advocates report man hospitalized after apparent ICE arrest in Salem

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December 7, 2025

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Advocates report man hospitalized after apparent ICE arrest in Salem

One man in Salem was sent to the hospital Dec. 7 after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents attempted to arrest him, according to the coalition Oregon for All.

A video posted on social media shows four masked agents dragging a man in handcuffs toward the back of a white Ford SUV at the parking lot of the Salem Mega Foods around 10 a.m. Another masked agent stands nearby.

An image shared by the coalition shows the shattered window of a car they said belonged to the man.

Other videos later show the man being tended to by first responders.

It was not immediately clear how the man was injured. The man was transported to Salem Health hospital.

Oregon for All said the man lived in the United States for nearly 20 years, is married to a U.S. Citizen, and is the father of one child.

Federal agents were observed in the hospital parking lot for hours. Volunteers later said they observed at least two agents walking into the hospital.

Cristina Marquez, one of the observers, said she was concerned people would be less likely to go to the hospital in emergencies with the knowledge that ICE was at the hospital for an extended period of time.

Salem Health did not immediately respond to a request for comment from the Statesman Journal.

The City of Salem declared a state of emergency on Dec. 1 related to increased ICE activity in the region. ICE detained at least four people in Salem that same day. Federal agents arrested at least 24 people in Salem in a single day on Nov. 11.

The U.S Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to a Statesman Journal request for comment.

Dianne Lugo covers the Oregon Legislature and equity issues. Reach her at dlugo@statesmanjournal.com on X @DianneLugo or Bluesky @diannelugo.bsky.social.

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