Representative Mark Owens

10/12/2026

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As a farmer myself, I know the hard work, dedication, and resilience it takes to keep our farms and ranches running. Agriculture is the backbone of Eastern Oregon’s rural economy, providing food, supporting local businesses, and sustaining our communities.

Today, I want to thank the farmers, ranchers, and agricultural families who work year-round to keep Oregon growing. Your contributions matter, and I’m proud to continue advocating for Oregon agriculture.

Thank you for all you do!

10/12/2026

Representative Rob Nosse and Representative Mark Owens closed out the first day of the Conference yesterday with a discussion about how the legislature plans to address healthcare and prioritize issues important to our rural Oregon communities.

10/02/2026

💧 Celebrating Oregon's Water Professionals!

Tomorrow marks the beginning of Oregon's first Water Professionals Appreciation Week, starting October 3rd!

Water is the life of our communities. Every time we turn on a tap, flush a toilet, or rely on clean water for our farms, businesses, hospitals and fire departments, there are skilled professionals working behind the scenes to make it possible. They maintain complex systems, protect public health, treat wastewater and stormwater, often 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

I was pleased to co-sponsor HB 4005 last session to help establish this week of recognition and celebrate the water professionals who serve communities across our state.

To the operators, technicians, engineers, well drillers, and countless others who work behind the scenes to keep our water systems running, often around the clock: Thank you for your dedication to Oregon's communities.

09/23/2026

Join me, Christine Drazan, and Sen. Mike McLane this Friday, September 25, at 5:30 p.m. at the Historic Central Hotel in Burns for a free Meet & Greet hosted by the Harney County Republicans.

This is a great opportunity to meet Christine, hear from her directly, and visit with fellow Eastern Oregonians about the future of our state.

Food available for purchase from Rockin’ Dawgs. No-host bar.

Historic Central Hotel, Burns
Friday, Sept. 25 | 5:30 p.m.

The election is just 40 days away. We hope to see you there!

09/22/2026

Congratulations to Adrian High School on being selected as a $5,000 winner through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights program!

Let’s get behind Adrian and help spread the word. Best of luck to the Antelopes as they compete for the $1 million field upgrade! 🏈

Adrian High School won $5,000 through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights and remains eligible for a $1 million football field transformation. The school hopes to improve bathrooms, concessions and locker

09/18/2026

🥔 Tater Tot Festival this weekend in Ontario.

Ontario is proud to be the birthplace of the tater tot, invented in Ontario in 1953. This weekend, celebrate that little piece of local history at the 6th Annual Tater Tots Festival!

Join the community at Lions Park Friday, September 18, from 2–10 p.m. and Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. for food, fun, live entertainment and plenty of creative ways to enjoy Ontario's hometown spud.

Relax, Enjoy, and Spend the Day! Bring lawn chairs and blankets and stay the day! Enjoy the last official days of summer in Lions Park, soak in the festive atmosphere, shop a variety of exhibitors, eat lots of Tater Tots, get your favorite beverage, and enjoy the live music all day and into the nigh...

09/10/2026

As Eastern and Central Oregon had the worst twenty-one-plus days of fire on the landscape, it is with gratitude to all those who sacrificed to keep our communities safe. This includes, but is not limited to, the Rural Fire Protection Agencies, Rural Fire Districts, Oregon State Fire Marshal, Oregon Department of Forestry, our federal partners, and our local community members who put their lives and businesses on hold to serve their communities and our state. We have a responsibility to ensure they have the resources and support they need to protect Oregon communities.

08/20/2026

Congressman Cliff Bentz will be at the Harney Community Center on Tuesday, August 25 from 1-3pm to host a town hall discussing the recent and current wildfires.

08/19/2026

The Oregon Legislative Veterans Caucus will be visiting Ontario next Wednesday, August 26, meeting at the Ontario Readiness Center from 6-7pm. They look forward to hearing from the community.

08/18/2026

Malheur County landowners and producers affected by the fires: Please take note of an upcoming MARC meeting on Monday, August 24 at 6 p.m. at the Juntura Community Hall.

Local, state, and federal partners—including FSA, NRCS, SWCD, watershed councils, and OSU Extension—will be on hand to answer questions, share available resources, and connect producers with post-fire recovery assistance.

Please share this information with anyone who may benefit from attending.