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Pharma Showers Key Oregon Lawmakers With Money

The industry has given big bucks to U.S. Rep. Greg Walden, who chairs a powerful congressional committee, but has ignored Rep. Peter DeFazio, who is not on any committees that influence drug legislation.

Oct 29, 2018
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Oregon’s Medicaid Insurers, Lawmakers Call For Fresh Approaches, Flexibility In COVID-19 Era

An annual event by CCO Oregon drew key players, who discussed the challenges of plunging revenues, ensuring access to a vaccine when one is available and adapting to the changing health care landscape.

Sep 9, 2020
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Planned Parenthood clinic in Portland, Ore. | COURTESY PLANNED PARENTHOOD

Bill to fund Planned Parenthood in Oregon draws passionate opinions in hearing

House Bill 4127, proposed by the House majority leader, would backfill funds lost due to a federal funding ban. But at a time of state budget cuts, its cost could be a hurdle.

Feb 4
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The Capitol Building in Salem, Ore., on March 21, 2023. | JAKE THOMAS/THE LUND REPORT

Oregon lawmakers consider expanding insurance coverage for gender-affirming care

A bill aimed at strengthening access to abortion and gender-affirming care would require insurers to pay for laser hair removal and facial feminization surgery

Mar 27, 2023

Oregon Capitol in Salem. | JAKE THOMAS/THE LUND REPORT

Oregon lawmakers, advocates want abortion, gender-affirming care protected in constitution

Backers of the amendment, expected to go to voters in 2024, say Oregonians want additional safeguards for fundamental rights

Apr 19, 2023

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Coordination -- Not Funds -- Missing From Oregon’s Mental Health Care System, Lawmakers Say

Speaking at an online forum, officials note that Oregon spends plenty of money -- $3.7 billion over two years -- but gets poor results.

Apr 19, 2021
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Rep. Maxine Dexter speaks at a town hall in March 2025

U.S. Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Ore., speaks during a town hall held at the Federal Building in Portland, Ore., March 17, 2025. | KRISTYNA WENTZ-GRAFF | OPB

‘This is on them’: As shutdown continues, Oregon members of Congress point fingers over health care

Congress remains gridlocked as federal lawmakers jockey over changes to health insurance policy that could affect nearly 140,000 Oregonians

Oct 21, 2025

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