What Oregon’s Stricter Drug Penalties Might Look Like. Plus, Mailbag!

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking about the latest plans to re-criminalize drug possession during this short legislative session. We’re also sharing some listener comments on the Oregon Bottle Bill and our coverage of local politicians. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek round-up is our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Stories Discussed on Today’s Episode: Oregon Democrats Agree to Stronger Criminal Penalties for Drug Possession [OPB] Oregon Democratic Lawmakers Reach Tentative Deal to A ddress Drug Addiction Crisis [Oregon Capitol Chronicle] Does Measure 110 Need ‘A Combination of Coercion’? [KOIN] Fentanyl Threatens Oregon’s Cherished Bottle Bill [Willamette Week] Did Commissioner Gonzalez Cry Wolf? Plus, the Bottle Bill’s Ties to Fentanyl [City Cast Portland] Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise .