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Common Sense Institute analyzes Washington State’s Senate Bill 6346, which proposes a 9.9% income tax on earnings over $1 million — a move that would take Washington from having no income tax to the fifth h

CSI estimates that the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament first and second round games hosted in Portland (March 19–21, 2026) drew approximately 25,000 out-of-town visitors and generated roughly $21.9 million

Outdoor recreation plays a major and durable role in Oregon’s economy, supporting thousands of jobs, hundreds of millions in visitor spending, and significant resident economic value across the state. Activ

Thanksgiving Dinner is cheaper this year, with the Farm Bureau estimating the national cost at $55.18—a 5% drop driven by lower prices for key items like turkey, stuffing, dinner rolls, and cranberries. Por

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Taxes & Fees
Washington Takes the Gamble: Now, 40,000 Make Their Decision
Key Findings By implementing one of the largest increases in the top income tax rate ever for a state, Washington…
Jobs & Our Economy
The Local Economic Gains from March Madness in Portland
March Madness Nothing But Net: The Local Economic Gains from March Madness in Portland   Portland hosted the first- and…
Jobs & Our Economy
The Economic Impact of Outdoor Sports in Oregon
Recreational activities fuel all regions of the state Key Findings Outdoor recreation supports sustained employment and payroll across Oregon. Ski areas…
Jobs & Our Economy
Portland’s Thanksgiving Dinner Cost
The Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner Each fall, the Farm Bureau publishes its annual estimate of what it costs to serve…

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