An Oregon bill that would eliminate a controversial wildfire hazard map moved a step closer to reality after it passed the ...

Like many rural Oregon communities, Coos County has struggled financially in recent years. The coastal county appealed to voters twice last year with levies meant to boost public safety funds.

However, Golden said that cities and counties can still require it ... This is how Bill to eliminate controversial Oregon wildfire risk map moves forward Oregon lawmakers renew consideration ...

Under SB 762, homeowners living in areas that are at a high wildfire risk face stricter building codes and must reduce ...