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A brief history of public policy Timeline of social events and policy changes. State agencies lead government efforts The Oregon Strategy for Social Support provides overall policy direction on issues relating to poverty. complete story State report card The Oregon Progess Board evaluates how well Oregon is working toward benchmarks, or indicators of success in reaching goals. complete story Private organizations are important players People expect government agencies to address poverty. And in Oregon, government programs at the local, state and federal levels are working together on the issue. complete story

Disclaimer: The OSU Extension Service published "A Portrait of Poverty in Oregon" in Winter 2000. Some of the information may be outdated. Extension continues to provide this material online because much of its content is timeless or of historical significance.

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