What was it like in DC during the Presidential Swearing in? Rally talk, political balls, and more inauguration discussion with Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell.

We also had a robust conversation about drugs, mental health and behavioral health in Oregon. Everything from state policy down to the local county level. This is a must listen if you are in this field or working towards solving these critical issues in Oregon.

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Senator Bruce Starr joins the podcast. Bruce, Bryan, and Reagan discuss transportation, Starr’s political history, and the fringe environmental movement.

* Oregon construction groups blast union labor rule

* Collapse Scenario - Possible Oregon Future by 1000 Friends of Oregon

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Congresswoman Val Hoyle joins Bryan and Reagan to discuss the DOGE caucus, transportation, and other anecdotes about Oregon politics.

* Portland School Board policy on ICE

* Hoyle to join Department of Government Efficiency Caucus

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Bryan and Reagan discuss committee assignments for Oregon Senate and House, the upcoming HD 34 appointment, and the battle to be Oregon Republican Party Chair. Then we crown “Politician of the Year” and “Best Run Campaign”. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Crosstabs!

* Senate Committee Assignments

* House Committee Assignments

* HD 34 replacement news

* Sarah Fisher Beachy

* Resume

* Website

* Facebook

* Alexandria Goddard

* Website

* Resumes

* Epic 7-way battle for State GOP throne

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Bryan and Reagan are joined by Luke Harkins, the high-powered chief of staff for Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis). The guys discuss how Oregon got several bipartisan infrastructure packages and the shared experience of staff in the legislature.

Bryan’s mustache:

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Bryan and Reagan are joined by Rep. Vikki Breese Iverson to discuss the special session on wildfire funding, legislative days, and the lack of Christmas decorations at the Capitol. Bryan and Reagan create the ultimate roster of committees for the 2025 legislative session.

* Oregon Department of Forestry Asks Treasury for $60 Million Loan

* State Treasury Rejects Oregon Department of Forestry’s Request for $60 Million Loan

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Co-Founder of 2 Towns Ciderhouse Aaron Sarnoff-Wood joins the podcast to provide the fascinating backstory on the HB 3610 Task Force on Alcohol Pricing and Addiction Services.

* HB3296 2021 Regular Session - Oregon Legislative Information System

* HB3312 2023 Regular Session - Oregon Legislative Information System

* Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission : HB 3610 Task Force on Alcohol Pricing and Addiction Services : State of Oregon

* Oregon never publicized a study it funded that found higher beer, wine taxes would barely stem heavy drinking - oregonlive.com

* Oregon Health Authority Scrapped Summer Anti-Alcohol Television Ad Campaign

* Kotek Tosses Oregon Recovers Director Mike Marshall Off Alcohol Pricing and Addiction Services Task Force

* Rep. Tawna Sanchez Outlines Proposal For New Alcohol Sales Tax

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Bryan and Reagan discuss a late change in results for HD 22, the implications of the superminority (yes it’s one word) for Republicans, Lori Chavez-DeRemer being rumored for Labor Secretary under President Trump, Biden Administration approval of an off reservation casino in Oregon, the most forgettable legislators, and new legislative leadership.

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Note: This episode was recorded before the updated results in HD 22. More on that in a later episode.

Bryan and Reagan go a little bit (but not too much) deeper on election results. What does this mean for the future of Oregon Republicans?

A big night for Republicans nationally, but not in Oregon - OPB

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Bryan and Reagan break down the first batch of results from election night in Oregon.

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