Date: 06/12/2015 03:59 AM
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Here is the latest Oregon news from The Associated Press
SALEM, Ore. (AP) – Gov. Kate Brown has signed first-of-its-kind legislation that allows women to access birth control for a year at a time. The new law expands coverage that previously needed to be renewed every 30 or 90 days. Supporters say it represents an important advance for women’s rights that will reduce unintended pregnancies and improve access – especially for women in rural areas. Opponents have said the bill could drive up health care costs for employers and insurers.
SALEM, Ore. (AP) – The Oregon Senate has approved a bill making it illegal for employers to ask about criminal records on job applications. The so-called “ban the box” measure would prohibit questions on job applications, but an employer could still ask about convictions during a job interview. Critics worry the measure will put businesses at risk of lawsuits.
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) – The trial for a Welsh man accused of flying to Eugene to meet a 10-year-old girl whom he allegedly raped has been postponed. The Register-Guard reports 22-year-old Gareth Hall’s lawyer asked for more time to prepare for trial. A new trial date for Hall has not yet been set.
GRESHAM, Ore. (AP) – Gresham police have released a sketch of one of two suspects in the killing of a 25-year-old man. Erick Carnegie was found dead May 11 after a report of a disturbance that ended with gunfire. An autopsy determined he died of gunshot wounds to head and neck. Police say Carnegie had a marijuana-growing operation with lots of customers.
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