The Joint Committee on Ways and Means of the Oregon State Legislature convened on June 13, 2025, to discuss key legislative matters, including the budget for the Department of Land Conservation and Development.

During the meeting, Senator Turad and other committee members voted to pass a motion related to Senate Bill 5527, which was subsequently closed for discussion. The focus then shifted to Senate Bill 5528, which serves as the budget bill for the Department of Land Conservation and Development.

Representative Breeze Iverson highlighted the department's critical role in overseeing Oregon's statewide land use planning program and its federally approved coastal management program. This budget allocation is essential for maintaining and enhancing these programs, which are vital for sustainable development and environmental protection in the state.

The discussions underscored the importance of effective land management in Oregon, as the committee prepares to finalize budgetary decisions that will impact the state's planning and conservation efforts. Further deliberations on the budget and its implications for land use policies are expected in upcoming sessions.