PoliticsOregon lawmakers are now considering a ‘cap-and-trade’ program to fund roads, wildfire preventionBy Dirk VanderHart (OPB)May 22, 2025 6:53 p.m. Updated: May 22, 2025 11:01 p.m.The surprising development in Salem dredges up debate on a topic that once inspired multiple Republican walkouts. 📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up