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Committee hears support for bill to designate Portland State as Oregon’s Urban Research University
Summary
Lawmakers and university leaders urged the Senate Committee on Education to designate Portland State University as Oregon’s Urban Research University, saying the statutory title would help with recruitment and competitiveness for grants. No final action was taken during the April 28 public hearing.
The Senate Committee on Education on April 28, 2025 held a public hearing on House Bill 2556, which would designate Portland State University as Oregon’s Urban Research University.
Supporters said the statutory designation would recognize PSU’s role in the Portland metro area, improve the university’s competitiveness for grants and help with faculty and student recruitment. "House Bill 2 5 5 6 designates Portland State University as Oregon's Urban Research University," Senator Kate Lieber said in opening testimony.
The bill’s backers included state and local elected officials, Portland State leaders and current…
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