Kathleen Taylor Elected Oregon Senate Majority Leader

Taylor to assume leadership role on July 15, succeeding Kate Lieber who moves to budget committee co-chair.

• Taylor has served in the Oregon Senate since 2017, representing Southeast Portland.
• She previously chaired the Senate Labor and Business Committee and served on multiple key committees.
• Taylor's election followed a closed-door vote, with Sen. Janeen Sollman remaining deputy majority leader.
• Outgoing Majority Leader Lieber praised Taylor's capabilities and leadership skills.
• Senate Republicans also elected a new leader, Sen. Daniel Bonham, earlier this year.

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