The Oregon Secretary of State's office is closed today in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day. We'll return tomorrow with our regular business hours. You can contact our office by phone at 503-986-1523 or by email at [email protected].

A year of service and impact: swipe right to learn about the work of your Secretary of State's office in 2025 ➡️

Our offices are closed today in observance of the New Year's holiday and will reopen on Friday, January 2 with regular business hours. Contact us at 503-986-1523 or by email at [email protected].

Our offices are closed today in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen on Friday, December 26 with regular business hours. Contact us at 503-986-1523 or by email at [email protected].

New audit release: Measure 110 is far from achieving its promise to help Oregonians struggling with addiction due to frequent policy changes and a lack of coordination and data at Oregon Health Authority. Read the full audit on the SOS website: https://sos.oregon.gov/audits/Pages/default.aspx

Book lovers! There's still time to get a 2025-2026 Oregon Blue Book before Christmas. They are available at six independent bookstores around the state.

Our offices are closed today and tomorrow in observance of Thanksgiving and will reopen on Monday, December 1st with regular business hours. Contact us at 503-986-1523 or by email at [email protected].

The Oregon Secretary of State's Office is closed today for Veteran's Day. We'll be back tomorrow with our regular business hours. Contact us by phone at ​503-986-1523 or email at [email protected].

What can you find in the Oregon Blue Book about Harney County? Get your own copy at bluebook.oregon.gov.

How much do you know about Grant County? Secretary Read was there recently and his 2025-2026 Oregon Blue Book was a great resource of facts and information about this beautiful part of our state.

The 2025-2026 Oregon Blue Book has lots of interesting information about Lane County! Get your own copy at bluebook.oregon.gov/shop.

Our office is closed today in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We'll return tomorrow with regular business hours. We acknowledge and respect Oregon's nine federally-recognized Tribes and thoughtfully collaborate through our policy, practices, and engagement.

Our offices are closed on Monday in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day and will reopen on Tuesday, October 14th with regular business hours. Contact us at 503-986-1523 or by email at [email protected].

Politics should never interfere with how we run elections. Our system of elections should be about trust, security, and making sure every lawful vote counts. That’s what we have in Oregon, and we intend to keep it that way.

Looking to start or grow your business? Join us in connecting with local and state services at the Community Resource Fair hosted by Explore North Marion Business. RSVP for this free event (bilingual resources available): https://nmc-works.com/resource-fairs

In Oregon, checking your voter registration is easy! Just go to OregonVotes.gov/MyVote to find out if you are registered and make sure your information is up to date. #TrustedInfo

It's National Voter Registration Month! Remember: Your vote is your voice, and it’s the best way to hold politicians accountable. 🗳️ Eligible Oregonians, I'm urging you to register to vote or make sure your voter registration is accurate, go to: OregonVotes.gov/MyVote

Our office is closed for Labor Day. We're back tomorrow with regular business hours. Contact us at 503-986-1523 or email oregon.sos@sos.​oregon.gov.​​​​​​​​ Image: Iona Murphy at the Oregon Shipbuilding Corp. in Portland, 1942, Ray Atkeson (Oregon Historical Society)

Oregon voters! Avoid confusion, here's how to tell if you are receiving Official Elections mail from Oregon's official sources (or not). It's simple, there's an Official Election Mail logo! Swipe through to learn more ➡️

We do not need outsiders chiming in on how we run our elections. Vote-by-mail is safe and accessible to all, and we will defend this fundamental right here in Oregon.

“Had these dollars been better spent, we could’ve helped 100 more kids.” — Oregon Secretary of State, on why it’s critical for the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) to implement the @oregonaudits.bsky.social recommendations. Learn more here: www.kgw.com/video/news/l...

Every Oregonian deserves a chance to succeed, no matter where they live. Secretary Read attended the Eastern Oregon Economic Summit to hear from local entrepreneurs and share information about programs we offer that directly help rural businesses grow.

Looking to grow your business and make the right connections? Join our team at Salem Capitol Connections this Tuesday, July 29, 7:30–10:30am ✅ Network ✅ Problem-solve ✅ Get the support your business deserves Register here: clients.oregonsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mod...

“As a dad, I know quality child care is hard to find, much less afford, which is why it’s frustrating when programs like this aren’t delivering as much as they can." - Oregon Secretary Read.

Yesterday, the Latino Business Alliance hosted their monthly Café y Pan Dulce in Woodburn — a vibrant gathering designed to connect local entrepreneurs, share ideas, and build community.

When I took office as Oregon’s Secretary of State, I made a clear promise: to protect our elections. President Trump’s team is turning conspiracy theories into policy — and we all need to sound the alarm.  thenewdeal.substack.com/p/the-real-t... @newdealleaders.bsky.social

Issues like how we manage our water, run our schools, or fight fires are getting decided by just a few votes. Don't sit on the sidelines! elkhornmediagroup.com/election-rec...

They stopped Trump from threatening Americans’ right to vote. Big win! apnews.com/article/trum...

The @oregonelections.bsky.social Division is seeking Chinese speakers who read and write Simplified Chinese, and Tagalog, Spanish, Somali, and Vietnamese-speaking members for the Translation Advisory Council to help make our elections more accessible. Apply here: www.oregon.gov/languages/Pa...

I'm leading the Oregon Secretary of State's office with integrity, accountability, and competence. It's about bringing stability to this office so that our essential functions serve Oregonians. Watch the full interview here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KchR...

This week, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service issued an Endangered Species Act permit to the Oregon Dept. of State Lands — a milestone that means: ✅ The Elliott’s Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) is officially approved ✅ The marbled murrelet and northern spotted owl are getting long-term protection

Unsure about proposed laws in Oregon that could involve your small business? Let us help! View our list of bills being tracked here: www.oregon.gov/smallbusines...

It's a wrap on Q1. In January alone, 8,195 new businesses registered here in Oregon. Our Corporation Division tracks and publishes this information online for your viewing here: sos.oregon.gov/business/Pag...

#DidYouKnow that Business Oregon provides more than 80 grant, loan, and tax incentive programs to further the development of businesses in Oregon? Find the program for you here: www.oregon.gov/biz/programs...

Thank you, elections workers, you are essential. Many of them are working overtime tonight to ensure our elections are safe, accessible, and accurate. We thank you for your dedication.

It's Election Day for the May Special District Election! ✅ Mail it. Your ballot needs to be postmarked TODAY. Check USPS collection times. ✅ Use an official drop site. Ballots MUST be received by 8pm! OregonVotes.gov/dropbox #TrustedInfo

It's Election Day for the May Special District Election! ✅ Mail it. Your ballot needs to be postmarked TODAY. Check USPS collection times. ✅ Use an official drop site. Ballots MUST be received by 8pm! OregonVotes.gov/dropbox #TrustedInfo

TOMORROW is your LAST DAY to turn in your ballot. Make sure to mail or drop your ballot by 8pm on May 20th! ✅ Mail it. Make sure your ballot is collected by USPS and postmarked by Election Day. ✅ Use an official drop site. OregonVotes.gov/dropbox #TrustedInfo

Really enjoyed my conversation with Mike Green chatting about election issues in Southern Oregon. This May, there's an election that will impact everything from who runs your schools to how we're fighting fires. Make your voice heard and return your ballot by May 20th. www.ijpr.org/show/the-jef...

Election Day is Tuesday, May 20th! Do you have a plan to return your ballot? In Oregon, it's simple: ✅ Mail it. Make sure your ballot is collected by USPS and postmarked by Election Day (5/20). ✅ Use an official drop site. OregonVotes.gov/dropbox Learn more at: OregonVotes.gov #TrustedInfo

This is a fundamental right for Oregonians and we want to make sure they have the confidence and that we're doing the right thing[...] We're a stronger state when everyone is voting and holding politicians accountable." - Oregon Secretary, Tobias Read www.centraloregondaily.com/news/electio...

Spring special elections typically aren’t as high profile as Fall general elections for president and congress, but there are issues that matter to local taxpayers on the ballot.

Watching Out for Your Tax Dollars: Secretary of State Tobias Read releases FY24 Keeping Oregon Accountable Report. Read the report here: sos.oregon.gov/audits/Docum...

Our Office of Small Business Assistance provides a unique service: objectivity when issues arise with small businesses or nonprofits and the state of Oregon. Remember: we're a resource for you, that's why we provide monthly opportunities to connect! Learn more here: www.oregon.gov/smallbusines...

You have ONE WEEK LEFT to turn in your ballot. Turn in your ballot by 8pm on May 20th. Your options are: ✅ Mail it. Make sure your ballot is collected by USPS and postmarked by Election Day. ✅ Use an official drop site. OregonVotes.gov/dropbox #TrustedInfo

Oregon is a great place to start a business, and our office is often one of the first stops for them. I recently toured Looptworks, a business that's doing great work to reduce the waste headed to landfills by reusing materials. There's so much innovation happening right here in Oregon.

There is a behavioral health crisis in Oregon, and too many people are suffering. The Oregon Health Authority needs to take urgent action to improve Oregon's response. Read our full audit report here: sos.oregon.gov/audits/Pages...

In honor of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) month, I'm partnering with Oregon Rises Above Hate to celebrate the strengths and achievements of the Asian American community. All communities deserve to feel safe and respected. Learn more here: oregonrisesabovehate.com

"The constitution says really clearly […] it’s the state’s responsibility to run elections." - Oregon Secretary of State, Tobias Read Read more here: www.koin.com/news/politic...

TODAY is the deadline to register if you want to vote in the May Special Election! Register or check your info at OregonVotes.gov To vote in Oregon, you must be: ✅ A U.S. citizen ✅ A resident of Oregon ✅ At least 18 years old by the date of the election #TrustedInfo