Declares Drought Emergency in Three Oregon Counties
Oregon executive order · EO 2025-18
Why it matters
Farms, ranches, and tourism businesses in the three counties could get state and federal help during the drought. The order ends on December 31, 2025 unless it is extended.
What it does
- Declares a severe, continuing drought emergency in Morrow, Douglas, and Union counties
- Orders the Department of Agriculture to seek federal aid for farms and drought recovery
- Directs the Water Resources Department to help water users as needed
- Orders the Office of Emergency Management to help assess and reduce drought effects
- Expires on December 31, 2025
Signed
Signed (2025-08-01) by Governor Tina Kotek as Executive Order 2025-18
About this order
Orders state agencies to help farms, water users, and communities in Morrow, Douglas, and Union counties during a drought. The order expires on December 31, 2025.
Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Morrow, Douglas, and Union Counties.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Local farm and livestock groups would likely say the emergency lets state agencies help quickly. Water users may gain access to state help.
💬 The case against
Some taxpayer groups would likely say state resources should not be spent without clear limits. Others may question whether the order does enough to ease water shortages.
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