(Salem, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek has vetoed a public meeting bill passed by Oregon's legislature earlier this year. She says the legislation could unintentionally weaken transparency, despite its attempt to clarify Oregon law. Kotek acknowledged ongoing challenges with inconsistent guidance on public meeting laws, from the state's Government Ethics Commission. She called on the group to develop workable solutions. This is the only veto from the 2026 session.