PoliticsGov. Kotek vetoes controversial bill overhauling Oregon public meetings law By Alex Zielinski (OPB)April 16, 2026 11:30 p.m.Journalists and publisher groups say the legislation would have hurt government transparency. 📨 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