They are still debating doing away with the kicker. Really? I didn't think that was a hard choice. Well, they didn't actually do away with it, but the House voted for it to be a line on your tax return, instead of an actual check. This will apparently save the state millions in not writing and mailing the checks. Of course, it is all a moot point, since the kicker requires to state to have a budget surplus, so don't hold your breath.
The house is also considering requiring banks to maintain foreclosed homes, as opposed to just letting them become looted eyesores.
And then today, the Senate gave us this, a bill which exempts large enough wineries (130 acres or more) from any additional licensing requirements to operate restaurants on the premises. Several Senators are crying foul, stating that this law is just a naked give away to Oregon's four largest wineries.
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