Oregon lawmaker proposes tax relief to help seniors stay in their homes

Oregon State Representative Greg Smith, who represents House District 57 covering nine counties in Northeast Oregon, is seeking re-election and has expressed concern about Oregon seniors and their ability to stay in their own homes, according to oregoncatalyst.com.

Smith has mentioned that growing up, his father told him that you never truly own your own home in Oregon, reflecting a personal connection to the issue of homeownership.

Smith is seeking tax relief measures aimed at helping seniors remain in their homes, though specific details of these measures were not provided in the source.

His focus on seniors and homeownership is a key part of his campaign as he runs for re-election.