Oregon Ballot Guide 2022

Lawmakers, who referred the measure to the voters, disagree on its cost and implications.

Proponents say the measure is a statement of values. Some in law enforcement oppose it because they worry it would affect jail and prison work programs.

Ballot Measure 113 is a union-pushed response to recent Republican walkouts. It would create a major political consequence for lawmakers for refuse to come to work to block votes.

Proponents say what they call common sense regulations would save lives. Opponents say the measure represents an unfunded mandate that would unduly limit access to guns.

A contentious State Senate race in Southern Oregon is one that could shift the balance of the legislature back in favor of Republicans.

The race for BOLI commissioner pits employment lawyer Christina Stephenson against restaurant owner and former state representative Cheri Helt.

Oregonians voted to legalize the use of the psychedelic drug psilocybin in supervised facilities in 2020. But 27 of the state’s 36 counties now have the issue on their ballots again. The vote will have implications for residents seeking treatment across the Pacific Northwest.

County residents will decide whether to support a 3% seasonal sales tax this November. If approved, it would go to the county’s underfunded sheriff’s department and other public safety offices.