The bill repeals a map meant to identify parts of Oregon at high risk of wildfires that became a lightning rod for anger from rural residents.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon lawmakers have voted to repeal the state’s contentious wildfire hazard map, which subjected homeowners in certain areas at high risk of wildfires to stricter building codes and ...

The map repeal passed both chambers with bipartisan support. Republicans accused Democrats of using it as leverage.

Oregon lawmakers passed an oral nicotine tax to pay for some wildfire costs, while a bill aimed at getting wildfire survivors ...

PORTLAND — Oregon lawmakers have voted to repeal the state’s contentious wildfire hazard map, which subjected homeowners in certain areas at high risk of wildfires to stricter building codes and ...

As of the morning of July 10, the Elk Fire in Klamath County had burned 2,000 acres and was 0% contained. Levels 1,2 and 3 ...

The bill repeals a map meant to identify parts of Oregon at high risk of wildfires that became a lightning rod for anger from rural residents.

Oregon’s map was designed by researchers at Oregon State University. As in Washington, the map was meant to guide new building codes.

Oregon’s 2025 wildfire season hit us with a devastating start. My heart breaks for the 56 families who lost everything when ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon lawmakers have voted to repeal the state's contentous wildfire hazard map, which subjected homeowners in certain areas at high risk of wildfires to stricter building ...

Oregon lawmakers have voted to repeal the state's contested wildfire hazard map. The repeal measure passed the state House on Tuesday with just one vote opposed. It previously passed the state ...