Oregon’s tax burden isn’t just about income tax. In this episode of Oregon D.O.G.E., Senators Daniel Bonham and Mike McLane join Representative Greg Smith for a candid, eye-opening discussion on the hidden taxes and fees driving up the cost of living in Oregon.

From property and estate taxes to the controversial corporate activity tax, paddleboard fees, and the threat to Oregon’s Kicker refund, they explore how layer upon layer of taxation is hurting working families, small businesses, and rural communities.

Learn how Oregon compares nationally, why some businesses and retirees are leaving the state, and what lawmakers can do to restore balance and accountability.

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In Episode 2 of Oregon D.O.G.E., Senator Mike McLane, Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham, and House Republican Leader Christine Drazan expose the unchecked power of Oregon’s administrative state. With over 40,000 rules now outpacing the number of state laws, unelected agencies are creating costly regulations that impact Oregonians without direct legislative oversight.

From hidden fees and taxes to overreaching mandates from agencies like DEQ and OSHA, this episode breaks down how government bloat is driving up costs and limiting economic freedom.

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In the debut episode of Oregon D.O.G.E., host Senator Mike McLane sits down with Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham and House Republican Leader Christine Drazan to break down Oregon’s budget crisis. With a $36 trillion national debt and Oregon’s heavy reliance on federal funding, what happens when that money starts to dry up?

This episode covers wasteful spending, increasing taxes, and the growing financial challenges facing the state. The conversation highlights how government inefficiency is leading Oregon toward a budget reckoning—and what can be done to fix it.

📢 Topics Covered:

• Oregon’s expanding budget and reliance on federal dollars
• The national debt crisis and its impact on state funding
• Examples of wasteful spending, like the $1 million Bias Hotline
• How excessive spending could lead to higher taxes for Oregonians
• The need for government efficiency and fiscal responsibility

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