politicsSchools Plan, Businesses Worry – An Old Timber Town Prepares For Oregon’s New TaxBy Kate Davidson (OPB) and Elizabeth Miller (OPB)Philomath, Ore. Dec. 6, 2019 3:30 p.m.Oregon’s new business tax goes into effect Jan. 1. It’s meant to raise $1 billion a year for education. It’s an opportunity for schools, but it’s prompted mixed reactions from businesses. Tags: Politics, Business, Economy, Education, Local, News, Teachers