Month: July 2017
July 17, 2017
What we accomplished this session
After a long and grueling session, the 2017 Legislature adjourned on July 7, 2017. While there were some big disappointments this session, there were also some impressive victories for women, people of color, LGBTQ folks, immigrants and working families. And we couldn’t be prouder of the work that our activists, organizational partners, and supporters did […]
July 1, 2017
Oregon’s minimum wage increases on July 1st, 2017!
Good news! On July 1st, 2017, Oregon’s minimum wage will increase all across the state. The rate will increase to different rates depending on where in the state you work. In the Metro region it will increase to $11.25/hour, in the Standard region to $10.25/hour, and in the Nonurban region to $10/hour. That means anyone […]