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NAACP Town Halls in Albany and Corvallis
Read more: NAACP Town Halls in Albany and CorvallisJoin concerned Oregonians from across the political spectrum as we prepare for the midterm elections. Learn about critical topics such as Health Care, Housing, Education, Affordability, State Economy, Voting Integrity, Public Safety in the age of ICE, and more. Break-out sessions led by informed speakers will examine how current and future federal actions affect the…

Resources and information for SNAP recipients
Read more: Resources and information for SNAP recipientsNeedFood.Oregon.gov is a central, statewide resource that connects people to food pantries and meal sites, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), other food assistance programs, and local food resources in their communities. To support outreach and referrals, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has made new flyers and wallet cards available in multiple languages.…

Oregon’s Rural Health Transformation Program
Read more: Oregon’s Rural Health Transformation ProgramThe Oregon Health Authority (OHA) will soon open the Catalyst Award Request for Grant Proposals (RFGPs) as part of Oregon’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). These grants will support projects that strengthen rural health systems and expand access to care for rural communities across Oregon. Additional information about the RFGP and application process will be…

Fair Housing Training Opportunities
Read more: Fair Housing Training OpportunitiesOregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) and Fair Housing Council are partnering to offer a series of fair housing trainings. These webinars are free for anyone interested in learning more about fair housing issues statewide and how to prevent illegal housing discrimination in Oregon. More information and registration Spanish and ASL translation will be available at each…

Oregon WIC 2025 Annual report
Read more: Oregon WIC 2025 Annual reportOregon Women, Infants and Children (WIC) released its 2025 annual report, which highlights the program’s role in building healthy families and strong communities. WIC plays a vital role in public health by providing nutritious foods that support health pregnancies and the growth and development of babies and young children. Read the full article from the…

Updates on new federal rules for Oregon Health Plan
Read more: Updates on new federal rules for Oregon Health PlanStarting in 2027 at the earliest, new federal rules will require Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members to renew more often. Some adult OHP members will also have new requirements to be working, volunteering, or attending school. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is planning how to implement these new federal rules and keep people covered as…