Committee advances resolution honoring former Speaker Philip Lang

May 21, 2025

The Rules Committee approved moving HCR 35 to the floor to honor former House Speaker Philip Lang; witnesses recalled his legislative leadership and the naming of a Capitol wing in his honor.

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House Concurrent Resolution 35, honoring Philip Lang for his long career in Oregon government and his service as speaker of the House, was advanced to the Senate floor after testimony from former colleagues and Capitol Foundation representatives.

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