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House passes Department of State Police budget after floor debate on staffing and equipment
Summary
The House approved House Bill 5029, the Department of State Police budget, after members voiced concern about staffing shortfalls in rural areas and supported investments including new equipment and a trooper position.
The Oregon House on June 6 passed House Bill 5029, the Department of State Police budget bill, after floor debate that focused on staffing levels, rural coverage and equipment purchases.
Representative Lewis described the bill as the department’s biennial budget and said the Joint Committee on Ways and Means recommended a total‑funds budget of $711,900,000, including $547,900,000 in general fund,…
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