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Washington County outlines 2026 legislative priorities; cities align on housing, transportation and economic development
Summary
Washington County staff and city representatives reviewed short‑session priorities including opposition to unfunded mandates, protecting $1.25M for courthouse planning, and support for economic development measures (including an advanced‑manufacturing R&D tax credit and a proposed local capital equipment property‑tax relief option). Cities noted alignment and raised concerns about equitable distribution of benefits.
Carly Silva Gabriels, Washington County government relations manager, presented the county's 2026 legislative agenda to the coordinating committee, highlighting a central theme: opposing any new state mandates without funding and defending existing capital allocations, notably $1,250,000 for courthouse replacement planning that is at risk in the Oregon Department of Justice's cut list.
The county's priorities also include transportation funding stability and…
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