Dianne Lugo

4 days ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

Oregon lawmakers are considering amendments to Senate Bill 243, potentially removing a 72-hour wait time for firearm purchases. The amendment also would narrow where local governments could be allowed to restrict concealed carry in public buildings. A public hearing is scheduled May 12 and work session is scheduled May 14. Lawmakers are scheduled to discuss proposed amendments to Senate Bill 243, one of three major gun bills that have advanced during the Oregon Legislature, on May 12.

1 week ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

Former Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan will pay a $3,600 fine for ethics violations related to a consulting contract and state-funded travel. Fagan's violations included using her position for private gain and misusing state resources for personal travel expenses. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission rejected an initial $1,600 settlement, opting for a higher penalty.

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Dianne Lugo

Show Caption Hide Caption Do you remember these Oregon political scandals? Who are some of the politicians who faced scandals during or after holding office in or for Oregon? Former Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan will pay a $3,600 fine for ethics violations related to a consulting contract and state-funded travel. Fagan's violations included using her position for private gain and misusing state resources for personal travel expenses.

1 week ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

The Oregon Government Ethics Commission rejected a proposed $500 settlement with former OLCC executive director Steve Marks over his role in the rare bourbon scandal. Some commissioners felt the proposed penalty was too low given Marks' position. Marks obtained a rare bottle of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon from the OLCC's reserve stock, which the commission said represented using his position for personal gain.

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Dianne Lugo

The Oregon Government Ethics Commission rejected a proposed $500 settlement with former OLCC executive director Steve Marks over his role in the rare bourbon scandal. Some commissioners felt the proposed penalty was too low given Marks' position. Marks obtained a rare bottle of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon from the OLCC's reserve stock, which the commission said represented using his position for personal gain.