Sue Rieke Smith

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Oregon's regulatory environment for small businesses, including licensing requirements and compliance costs, has been cited as a barrier to entrepreneurship. What specific reforms have you supported or proposed to reduce unnecessary administrative burdens on small business owners in your district?

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Oregon has struggled with high rates of houselessness, particularly in the Willamette Valley. What legislation have you sponsored or actively supported to address the root causes of houselessness, including mental health funding, addiction treatment, and affordable housing development?

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Oregon's rural communities, including parts of the district you represent, often report feeling underserved by state government compared to the Portland metro area. How do you ensure that the needs of rural and small-town constituents in your district are adequately represented in the state budget and policy decisions?