AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOregon Courts & Consumer Protection: A federal judge in Oregon is set to hear arguments Wednesday that could shape the future of 14 Telephone Consumer Protection Act class actions tied to fraud allegations aimed at forcing settlements. Maritime & Dealmaking: Lone Star Funds has completed the sale of Portland-based Vigor Marine Group to France’s Antin Infrastructure Partners, a move that highlights continued investment in U.S. shipyards and Pacific Coast capacity. Energy & Infrastructure: The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program has issued a request for qualifications for the Columbia River Bridge Replacement, starting the search for a design-builder to replace the I-5 crossing with earthquake-resilient, multi-modal connections. Environment & Land Use: The Trump administration moved to roll back the “roadless rule,” a change that would reopen large areas of public forest to road building and, by extension, more logging and mining. Oregon Business & Jobs: Bridgetown Natural Foods is expanding in Wilson County, adding 100 jobs still open as it ramps up production of granola bars. Health Policy: Sen. Ron Wyden wrapped up a healthcare tour in Medford focused on insurance access and costs, arguing for Medicare for All. Local Economy: Portland’s Centennial Mills demolition is nearly complete after a controlled blast of the water tower, clearing a hazard near rail lines.
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