Oregon Senate adopts resolution honoring late Sen. Aaron L. Woods

The Oregon Senate on the floor on Feb. 20 adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 206, a formal memorial honoring the late state Senator Aaron Lionel Woods.

President Wagner opened the special order and described Woods as “an absolutely remarkable individual” whose “smile” and service left a lasting imprint. Senators from across the chamber offered personal memories of Woods’ work in technology, his volunteer leadership in community organizations and his service on the Clackamas Community College Board and local planning bodies. “He brought that experience to this body,” Senator Starr said, adding that Woods asked “the right question” on technology upgrades and enriched committee deliberations.

Several senators recalled Woods’ service in the U.S. Army and his later career in high technology at Xerox and Tektronix, and highlighted his local contributions in Wilsonville. Members also noted Woods’ advocacy for broadband access, veterans’ rights and workforce training. The resolution’s text, read on the floor, details Woods’ biography, volunteer roles and legislative priorities and calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to his family.

The chamber voted by roll call on the resolution; the clerk recorded 27 ayes and the resolution was declared adopted. President Wagner closed the special order by encouraging members’ support for the measure and the Senate stood at ease to honor the family. The Senate recessed and later adjourned to reconvene at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23.