AEE PAC Message to Members
The Oregon Special Session is approaching, and last night, a public hearing was held regarding the LC2 Draft Bill, which aims to fund the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Chris Primm, a member of the AEE PAC Board, testified in support of the LC2 Draft Legislative Bill (see the video at 2:08:48). This bill seeks to increase revenue to preserve jobs that have been affected by current layoffs. It's crucial to support this effort for the bill's successful passage by reaching out to your representative.
During the public hearing, Rep. Drazan made closing remarks, noting that approximately 96% of the written testimony does not support the bill aimed at saving positions within ODOT. This suggests that ODOT employees might be viewed as less valuable than Oregon citizens (refer to the last five minutes of the recording).
Please take a moment to submit your testimony regarding transportation funding.
Articles:
Statesman Journal: Joint Interim Committee On Transportation Funding hear comments on transportation bill
Organizational Meeting Public Hearing: