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Courts saw a number of cases in 2022 that could have potential consequences for access to justice, including suits over public defender shortages, claims of ineffective counsel, the regulation of nonlawyers and abortion.

Republicans won enough seats to prevent Democrats from raising taxes without Republican support but few tax bills emerge in any session.

The Multnomah County Commission voted to spend $28.6 million in homeless assistance funds on Thursday. The largest amount – $15 million – was dedicated to rental assistance to prevent evictions.

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Multnomah County commissioners poised to defy Wheeler, Local News, Portland local News, Breaking News alerts for Portland city.

Lawmakers on the Emergency Board approve $10 million more for legal representation of indigent criminal defendants.

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The money comes from the Emergency Board, which meets between sessions of the full Legislature to be able to act quickly.

Multnomah County commissioners poised to defy Wheeler, Local News, Portland local News, Breaking News alerts for Portland city.

Oregon lawmakers OK \$10 million more for legal defense, Local News, Portland local News, Breaking News alerts for Portland city.