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Closed-door negotiations create hard feelings as the Capitol awaits a transportation bill


Published on 2025-05-16 09:41:32 - OPB
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  • Two House Republicans recently began meeting with Democrats in secret, infuriating colleagues.

The article from OPB dated May 16, 2025, discusses the secretive meetings held by Oregon state officials in Salem to address the state's deteriorating road and bridge infrastructure. These meetings, which have been criticized for their lack of transparency, involve key political figures and transportation experts attempting to devise a plan to fund and manage the upkeep of Oregon's transportation network. The urgency of the situation is highlighted by recent incidents of bridge failures and road closures, prompting calls for immediate action. However, the secretive nature of these discussions has led to public outcry and demands for more open and inclusive decision-making processes.

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[ https://www.opb.org/article/2025/05/16/oregon-salem-politics-secret-meetings-road-bridge-upkeep-transportation/ ]