As wildfires continue to threaten communities across Oregon, Governor Kotek has worked to make sure first responders have the resources they need to keep our communities safe from disaster.
- Governor Kotek convened a successful legislative special session to pay firefighters and other emergency response costs after the state’s historic and devastating wildfire season.
Capital Chronicle: “Kotek calls special legislative session to pay outstanding bills from record Oregon wildfire season”
KOIN 6: “This summer’s wildfire season called for sacrifice, courage, and cooperation from everyone involved. It was an all hands on deck effort to protect life, land, and property,” – Governor Kotek
- Governor Kotek worked with lawmakers to strengthen Oregon’s wildfire response programs as well as support community resilience and readiness in the face of climate change.