Oregon’s Battle for Pretrial Release Limits and Estate Tax End: A Close Look
Oregon’s Rep. Mannix is pushing for ballot initiatives to tighten pretrial release and end estate tax. Your signature could shape legislation.
Did you ever think that crime and taxes could be interconnected? Well, in Oregon, they are! State Representative Kevin Mannix is championing two ballot initiatives that could change the game for estate planning and criminal justice. The first initiative aims to tighten the restrictions on Oregon’s pretrial release program, while the second seeks to end the state’s estate tax. These two initiatives have been dubbed the ‘Oregon Crimefighting Act’ and the ‘End the Death Tax Act’. These initiatives aren’t fresh off the press; Mannix has been down this road before in the 2024 election cycle but did not get enough signatures. However, he’s not a stranger to successful ballot measures, having led five successful ones in the past. The second act is in response to an unsuccessful push to raise Oregon’s estate tax exemption from $1 million to $7 million. This may seem like a lofty goal, but considering Oregon collected over $338 million in estate taxes in 2024, it’s a relevant issue. Mannix believes that this tax is a bad policy and needs reform. To see these initiatives on the November 2026 ballot, they first need to gather 1,000 signatures for a petition, then a whopping 117,173 signatures from Oregon voters. So, if you’re an Oregonian, keep an eye on your mailbox – your signature could help shape the future of your state’s legislation.
Source: www.oregonlive.com
