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Today, Oregon’s Legislative Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Caucus, members of the legislature with a shared mission to advance racial justice initiatives and eliminate systemic oppression and racism in Oregon, announced their top priorities for the 2024 Legislative Session, including support of Oregon HB 4041.
This session, the Caucus will focus its efforts on advancing inclusive economic growth and addressing Oregon’s long-standing wealth gaps across race, gender, and immigration status. It will promote economic justice by uplifting small businesses, increasing homeownership among communities of color, and expanding access to affordable childcare in all corners of the state, including in rural communities. The Caucus will also advocate for the creation of Oregon’s first comprehensive Newcomers support system, ensuring that immigrants and refugees have the necessary resources to seek safety and prosperity in their new home.
“This agenda speaks to the deep need in our communities for economic justice, social justice, and cultural connection and our caucus’s commitment to addressing those issues and more. I look forward to our work as a caucus and our…
