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Republican
Occupation: State Representative
Occupational Background: Attorney
Educational Background: Willamette University, B.S. Political Science; Willamette University College of Law, J.D.
Prior Governmental Experience: Medford School Board (2011-2015); Medford City Council (2016-2018);Medford Urban Renewal Agency; State Representative (2018-present); House Minority Whip (2020-2021); House Minority Deputy Leader (2021-present)
Volunteer Service: Habitat for Humanity Board (2018-present); 4-H Leader (1998-2018); South Medford Booster Club (2003-2014)
Legislative Committees: Chair, Veterans' Issues Workgroup; Vice Chair, Civil Law Judiciary Subcommittee; Member, Judiciary Committee; Veterans & Emergency Preparedness Committee; Rules Committee; Economic Development and Small Business Committee; Transparency Oregon Advisory Commission; Public Defense Services Workgroup
Serving Medford
It is an honor to be a voice for Medford in the state legislature. New laws work best when many perspectives are sincerely considered and potential consequences carefully navigated. I am dedicated to working with peole of all viewpoints who are interested in finding the best ideas that solve real problems.
Addressing Addiction and Homelessness
Measure 110 has failed to live up to its promise to offer more treatment and is instead resulting in a tragic increase in overdose deaths and homelessness. We can and must amend this law.
Managing Forests to Prevent Wildfire
Senate Bill 762 improperly places the burden of wildfire management on homeowners, rather than requiring the state and federal governments to manage their forests. In a challenging economy and ongoing housing shortage, SB 762 threatens our ability to build, insure, buy, and sell homes. We must overturn this bill.
Housing
Oregon's strict land use regulations and ever-increasing building requirements have artificially increased the cost of homeownership for decades. Easing land use restrictions and bringing back safe but reasonable building codes are crucial steps to make sure that Medford residents have access to appropriate housing.
Endorsed by
Oregon Chiefs of Police Association
Sheriffs of Oregon
Oregonians for Affordable Housing
Associated Oregon Loggers
Oregon Nurseries PAC
Oregonians for Food & Shelter
Builders Association of Southern Oregon
Oregon Farm Bureau Federation
National Federation of Independent Businesses/ORPAC
(This information furnished by Friends of Kim Wallan.)