Senate Bill 916 would allow for members of a union that chose to strike to be able to draw unemployment during that strike.   My colleague filed a minority report on SB 916 to challenge the bill and give another opportunity to make it just and fair.  You can hear my floor speech on the minority report at this link.  This was not just a party line issue and certainly had some concern on both sides of the aisle.

Visitors at the Capitol

It is my profound honor to meet so many folks from Senate District 16.  They come for a myriad of reasons, but to step into this building and advocate for your cause is wildly important.   This last week we had many wonderful guest.

Néstor, Chris Mathison and Dona Johnson, an occupational therapist with NWRESD, sharing their lived experience.   Along with Nestor and Chris, we heard from many other parents that shared the importance of services they and their kids have received through Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education.  Please consider watching this short video compilation of their day of advocacy by clicking HERE, or the picture below.

Food for all Oregonians advocacy day was well received in the Capitol.   I had the pleasure of meeting with constituents from our district who work day in and day out to assist our communities with food needs. Please take a moment to check out North Plains Food Bank and support them if you are able.

Oregon Coalition of Community Charter Schools came to share their legislative priorities for this session.   I enjoyed hearing their personal education experience.

I had a wonderful visit with Sharon and Mouhamad, city staff in St. Helens.  They were able to stop in for a quick visit before joining in the activities for Water Day at the Capitol.  This event, put on by the Legislative Water Caucus, was a day of learning and community building to elevate water as a priority in Oregon.

Around the District

Spring Start-Up Boot Camp Starts April 1st!

If you’ve been thinking about starting your own business, but are unsure about next steps, we’ve got you covered!  The Clatsop SBDC Start-up Boot Camp is a comprehensive, 5-session class that covers everything you need to know to turn your concept into a successful business.

Topics include creating a business plan, developing your financial forecast, understanding your target customer, and more!

Since starting the boot camp in 2021, 60% of participants have successfully gone on to launch their businesses in Clatsop County.

I would like to remind you all that the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, which oversees the state’s budget process, is hitting the road for six community budget hearings!
These hearings are your chance to tell us what matters most—whether it’s funding for schools, roads, health care, or other priorities.

Capitol Phone: 503-986-1716  District Phone: 503-300-4493
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, S-405, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Sen​.SuzanneWeber@oregonlegislature.gov
Website:  ​https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/weber/​