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View as Webpage Suzanne Stevens, Editor The Oregon Legislature passed the Corporate Activity Tax along party lines in 2019 to shore up education funding. Now with the state's economy flagging, there is agreement from both sides of the aisle that it needs reform. But how to do it has become a political issue in this year's governor's race. Read Story. STORY OF THE WEEK Momentum builds for Corporate Activity Tax reform Both gubernatorial candidates agree reform of the CAT, rather than repeal, is the best way forward. Critics argue changes could result in $100 million in lost revenue for education while doing little to make Oregon more competitive. Read Story Lawmakers face tough choices over tax cut proposals Oregon estate tax could threaten succession, businesses say Founders pin hopes on Kotek to reinstate tax break WEEKLY EDITION Dive deep into critical local business stories with our award-winning Weekly Edition. VIEW WEEKLY EDITION Unsubscribe | Manage Preferences   All rights reserved. ©  Portland Business Journal Email sent by Portland Business Journal 851 SW Sixth Ave., Suite 500 Portland, OR 97204 USA Download the free app for breaking news alerts on your phone

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