Gov. Gregoire�s statement on Oregon Measures 66 and 67

For Immediate Release: January 27, 2010

Olympia � Gov. Chris Gregoire today issued the following statement on the passage of Oregon�s Measure 66 and 67:

�Oregon voters met the challenge of these difficult times and clearly said that schools, healthcare, public safety and other essential services cannot be forsaken. It is gratifying to see that the public understands the importance of preserving services to the most needy and providing education to the next generation--especially now when those efforts are most needed.�