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March 2026

Chamber applauds advancement of bill by Senate supporting Oregon’s Arena

Chamber responds to passage of SB 1501 in the Oregon Senate today to invest in renovations to Oregon's Arena.
March 2026

Publisher’s Notebook: Economy-deniers have no role in government

Portland Business Journal Publisher Candace Beeke on the growing disconnect between what the data says about Oregon's economy and what our elected leaders are willing to hear.
March 2026

Powering Oregon’s economy: the value PGE brings to our region

Portland General Electric plays a major role in the economic health and prosperity of Oregon. For more than 130 years, we’ve pushed for new and innovative ways to deliver reliable energy to our fellow Oregonians.
February 2026

Supporters of increasing tourism tax inaccurately claim healthy tourism industry

A recent memo was circulated and contains falsehoods, invented charts, and links to stories that do not report what the links claim.
Barge by Fremont bridge on Willamette River February 2026

Chamber Issues Statement on Supreme Court Tariffs Ruling

Andrew Hoan of the Portland Metro Chamber responds to the February 20 Supreme Court ruling to strike down much of President Trump's tariff agenda.
February 2026

Chamber opposes increase in Tourism & Lodging Taxes

HB 4134 would raise the ticket price rather than making it easier for people to come to Portland from around the state or country.
February 2026

Andrew Hoan: Portland’s economic reality requires decisive action

A message from Andrew Hoan at the February 12 Breakfast Forum. A wise person once said that economics is the painful elaboration of the obvious. As you know, we have […]
February 2026

Chamber supports change in lottery funds to invest in regional capital projects

Chamber supports investment in 3 regional capital projects; Lan Su Garden expansion, Williams & Russell Business Hub and Broadway Corridor.
February 2026

Industrial Source, LPM Systems, and National Extinguisher Services open new Tigard location

Industrial Source, National Extinguisher Service, and LPM Systems are pleased to announce the opening of a new Tigard-area facility.