In a shocking turn of events, Oregon lawmakers have discovered a way to fund critical state services without raising taxes: stop wasting money.

For years, Oregonians have been told the only way to fix roads, improve schools, and keep communities safe is through yet another tax hike. But after taking a closer look at the budget, lawmakers stumbled upon an overlooked goldmine—billions of dollars tied up in bloated state agencies, redundant programs, and, of course, the ever-expanding influence of public sector unions (often referred to as Oregon’s fourth branch of government).

“We couldn’t believe it,” said Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham (R-The Dalles). “It turns out, if we stop funneling money into bureaucracy and special interests, we might actually be able to fund the things Oregonians care about.”

The discovery has sent shockwaves through Salem, where many have spent years perfecting the art of growing government without improving services. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are doubling down on this radical new approach—ensuring tax dollars actually benefit taxpayers.

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“We know it’s unconventional,” said Bonham. “But we owe it to Oregonians to at least try this ‘living within our means’ experiment. Who knows? It might just work.” Stay tuned for updates, assuming this idea doesn’t mysteriously disappear into a task force that never meets."

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--Donna Bleiler

Post Date: 2025-04-02 14:58:14

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