A group of Oregon Republican lawmakers is urging President Trump to issue an executive order mandating voter ID and citizenship verification.
Should 16-year-olds vote in school board elections? An Oregon bill says yes, sparking debate over teen civic engagement and maturity.
Gov. Tina Kotek had paused the automatic DMV registrations in October. The improper voter registrations occurred in part because Oregon allows some residents who aren’t citizens to obtain driver’s licenses, and the state’s so-called “Motor Voter” law automatically registers most people to vote when they seek a new license or ID.
A new Oregon bill could let 16- and 17-year-olds vote in school board elections starting in 2027. Supporters say it boosts civic engagement — opponents argue teens aren’t mature enough for the ...