💨 Abstract

The Oregon legislature has voted to repeal the state's wildfire hazard map, which imposed stricter building codes and vegetations reduction requirements in high-risk areas. The bill, passed with minimal opposition, now heads to Governor Tina Kotek. Republicans had pushed for the repeal, arguing the maps caused chaos. The original maps identified 6% of tax lots as high-risk, influencing building codes to enhance fire resistance.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff