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Senate adopts resolution praising Aurora State Airport’s emergency‑response role amid land‑use dispute
Summary
The Senate unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 2 recognizing Aurora State Airport’s role in emergency preparedness and response, while some senators noted the measure prompted strong pro and con testimony tied to a separate airport‑expansion debate.
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 2, recognizing the role of Aurora State Airport in Oregon’s emergency preparedness and response efforts.
Senator Gerard, the resolution sponsor, told the chamber Aurora is critical for disaster response — including wildfire and a major earthquake — because its runway sits on solid ground and can serve as a staging and transport hub. “Aurora Airport is essential, to all 3 of these if you wanna know the truth,” Gerard said on the floor.
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