Oregon Senate to impose $325-a-day fine for senators absent during GOP walkout

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon Senate voted to fine members $325 a day for being absent from scheduled sessions starting Monday after a Republican-led walkout that has nearly reached a month. Sen. Kate Lieber, D-Beaverton, made a request Thursday to begin compelling absent senators to the floor by instating a penalty of $325 a … [Read more…]