Representative Jason Kropf

If you know Representative Kropf, you've probably seen his iconic blue vest! So, in the spirit of April Fools’ Day, we decided to have a little fun and unofficially declare April 1st Blue Vest Day at the Capitol!

Staff, legislators, and advocates all joined in on the joke, rocking their best blue vests to match Rep. Kropf’s signature look. We even commemorated the occasion with special stickers and his favorite flavors of La Croix! Safe to say, it was truly the vest day ever at the Capitol.

A huge thank you to constituent members of the Oregon League of Conservation Voters (OLCV) and Oregon Conservation Network (OCN) for their tireless advocacy to protect our environment and wildlife.

On Monday, we saw their work’s impact with the unanimous passage of HB 2978 out of the House Committee on Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources and Water. This bill, which aims to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and protect animals on our roads, is one step closer to becoming law. It will now head to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means for a fiscal analysis.

Your support and dedication as stewards of our community are essential as we continue pushing forward to create a safer, more sustainable future for Oregon’s wildlife.

Read more about the bill and what’s next: https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2978

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Moms and Students Demand Action for making the trip to the state capitol and advocating an end to gun tragedies. Your collective presence made a strong statement, and it was inspiring to witness such dedication to protecting the safety of our communities.

A special thank you goes to the students who joined us. Your engagement on the issues that matter to you, especially those that impact your safety and well-being, was truly moving. You reminded us of the importance of listening to the voices of young people, and the need for change that respects their right to learn without fear.

Several students shared personal stories about their first memories of lockdown drills in schools, and the deep fear they felt in places that should be safe for learning. These powerful stories highlight the urgency of this issue, and I am committed to continuing the fight for solutions that prioritize the safety of our children.

I encourage all student advocates to keep pushing for change, and to continue raising your voices on this issue. Together, we can create a future where every student can feel safe in school.

Check out their work at
https://momsdemandaction.org

Yesterday, I had the honor of carrying House Bill 3195 on the floor to support Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). The bill passed almost unanimously. These organizations provide essential services to families in cases where there is a question of child abuse.

From medical exams and forensic interviews to family advocacy and mental health support, CACs provide services, training and prevention programs that help protect children. Locally, we’re lucky to have Bend’s KIDS Center who do this work for our region.

This bill frees up funding we already approved in 2024, ensuring these centers can effectively continue their vital work. I’m proud to support them!