House Republicans have promised to unveil legislation on Thursday to overhaul the corporate tax code. We took a look at the potential impacts on Oregon businesses. “Everyone’s got their lobbyists geared up for this,” said Brian Todd, head of corporate tax practice at Davis Wright Tremaine. Republicans propose slashing the corporate tax rate to 20%, … Read more
Apparel giant Columbia Sportswear was recently awarded $3 million in a lawsuit the company filed against Seirus Innovative Accessories for infringing a patent on its Omni-Heat technology. Most news articles have centered on the financial rewards for Columbia. A lesser known story is how this case sets precedent for U.S. patent law. When a company … Read more
The $700 billion dollar Pentagon budget passed by the U.S. Senate this month is expected to boost the fortunes of the state’s military cluster. The budget has more than a few legislative hurdles to clear before contracters would see any money. Oregon lacks an active-duty military base but supports a thriving defense industry. Although federal military … Read more
A new analysis finds racial bias at the highest level of executive leadership.
Before President Trump took office, Oregon’s Mexican consulate processed 50 birth certificates every month. The consulate is now processing 50 per day.
A merger between Oregon’s largest business associations exposes divisions in the state’s increasingly fragmented for-profit sector.
There are plenty of farmers — in Oregon and around the country — who did not support Trump and who believe regulations can be good for business.
Five prominent business associations and educational institutions are either in search of a leader or about to undergo a leadership transition.
Corporate taxes, transparency and tiny homes take center stage on Tuesday.
