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Prevailing wage expanded for solar
A new law extends the reach of Oregon's prevailing wage rate laws in the construction of solar energy systems.
$65M makeover planned for ODOT headquarters
The state Legislature on Tuesday passed Senate Bill 5563, which allocates $65 million for a renovation of the Oregon Department of Transportation’s headquarters building near the Capitol Mall in Salem. […]
Senate funds University of Oregon residence hall
The state Legislature on Tuesday approved Senate Bill 5564, which allows the state to sell $75 million in bonds to build a residence hall on the east end of the University of Oregon's campus.
Lawmakers approve $140M for 2 projects
Two major construction projects approved today by the state legislature include a $65 million renovation of a Oregon Department of Transportation building and a new $75 million dormitory at the University of Oregon.
Oregon House passes BETC reform
Members of the House today passed legislation to reform Oregon's Business Energy Tax Credit.
Builders seek waivers for healthcare law
A law written to keep business associations from dropping health coverage for sick people overreached, association leaders say, and threatens the associations' ability to offer attractive health plans to their members.
Rainy days and special session Mondays
Pro and con groups were still sharing their opinions about the passage of tax-increase measures 66 and 67 when Oregon’s next hackle-raising money matter poked its head above the horizon […]
Builders keep close watch on Oregon special session
When the Oregon Legislature meets for a monthlong special session in February, decisions related to the state's Business Energy Tax Credit and lien rights will be under close scrutiny by local industry trade groups.
More work ahead for treatment plants
Sewage treatment plants across the state will have to account for pollutants that they鈥檝e never had to deal with before under a new rule proposed by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The rule lists 118 pollutants, everything from pesticides and mercury to chemicals in personal care products such as shampoo and perfume.
BREAKING NEWS: Tax hike measures qualify for Oregon ballot
Two measures to undo tax increases passed during the Oregon Legislature’s last session qualified for the ballot, the Oregon Secretary of State’s office announced today. The measures will appear on […]
Stimulus adds jobs, but not for long
For out-of-work contractors, even a week鈥檚 worth of work looks good. But what to do when that week ends? Contractors say that鈥檚 the blessing and curse of Oregon鈥檚 stimulus package, which became law in February and rapidly got work started on mostly small projects.
Legislative bill tracker: Senate bills update
Here’s what has happened to state Senate bills the 91视频 has been tracking. Stay tuned for the fate of House bills. Senate Bill 79 What it is: Energy efficiency rating […]
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
