Industrial Disaster in Washington: A chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview has killed at least two people, with nine more workers still missing and presumed dead as recovery shifts to recovery mode; officials say it could be the deadliest modern Washington workplace tragedy. Healthcare & Costs: Washington insurers have requested an average 22.4% jump for 2027 individual health plans, with Providence planning to exit much of the market. Oregon Energy Regulation: Oregon regulators denied PacifiCorp’s interim rate hike request, signaling continued scrutiny of utility costs for customers. Portland Governance: City Council approved major arts tax reforms aimed at easing burdens on low-income residents while preserving arts education funding. Public Safety Transparency: Portland also advanced an ordinance requiring officers to display visible identification and limiting facial coverings, with exceptions for undercover and safety needs. Ballot Watch (Oregon): An initiative to criminalize hunting and fishing reached a signature threshold for the November ballot, setting up a major fight over wildlife, jobs, and public land funding. Sports Betting Policy (Multi-state): Oregon AG Jay Jones joined a push urging the CFTC to recognize state authority over sports-related prediction markets. Tech & Public Services: Oregon parks will waive parking fees June 6 for State Parks Day.