On August 13, 2025, Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) submitted comments to the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) regarding the proposed Division 512 Rulemaking for the Harney Basin Critical Groundwater Area.

The following is a letter sent to Governor Kotek on August 5, 2025 from OFB President Angela Bailey and OCA President Matt McElligott regarding the potential veto of Senate Bill 976.

We write to urge your continued support and full funding for several critical USDA programs that provide essential research, technical assistance, and regulatory support to our industries.

OFB opposes SB 1154 because of its sweeping scope, significant complexity, and rushed policy process.

SB 1153 is a solution in search of a problem.