To achieve positive outcomes for all students, we need adequate and stable funding and strong and supportive accountability. That’s how we get the most for every dollar invested in public schools, and how we fulfill our promise of a high-quality education for every child, no matter their identity, zip code, or life circumstances.
Real accountability and system improvement requires strong relationships, shared agreement on our goals, a long-term commitment, and the courage to constantly reflect, learn, and improve. It will be hard work, but it’s the critical work we must do to keep our promises to Oregon’s kids.
Oregonians know a strong public education is key to building a strong economy, healthy communities, a durable democracy, and a secure future. Now, Senate Bill 141 is calling us to set high expectations, follow the data, invest smarter, learn from mistakes, and cheer progress in our schools. It will take all of us—in Salem and in district offices, in classrooms and neighborhoods, in labor and in business—to lean in together and make this bill succeed. We owe it to our children.
To learn more about Senate Bill 141 and other key bills impacting Oregon schools and students, check out OPB’s news coverage of the signing ceremony, read FBO’s full recap of the 2025 legislative session, or listen to my remarks at the bill signing ceremony.