AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOregon Politics: State Rep. Greg Smith’s ethics findings are now costing him power in Salem: the House speaker removed him as co-chair of a budget subcommittee after the Oregon Government Ethics Commission found he used a public role for improper personal gain. Health Care: Oregon’s insurance marketplace is bracing for another round of higher premiums in 2027, with the state approving rate increases even as carrier exits leave fewer options in places like Deschutes County. Sports (Oregon angle): The Ducks enter 2026 with a rare mix of continuity and depth, with quarterback Dante Moore back and a returning offensive core built around multiple playmakers. Arts & Education: Southern Oregon University’s digital cinema program made MovieMaker Magazine’s top 30 film schools list again, marking its third straight year on the national-and-Canada roster. Community & Culture: Farnsworth Art Museum elected seven new trustees and named a new board president, signaling fresh leadership for expanded access and programs.
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