As the Oregon Legislature wraps up its 2025 session, Governor Tina Kotek has expressed disappointment over the failure to pass a significant transportation funding package, which has left the state facing a potential $6 billion road crisis. Despite attempts at a last-minute 3-cent gas tax increase and a revamped road funding bill, lawmakers could not reach an agreement, with the governor blaming Republicans for obstructing progress. With public polls indicating a lack of concern over road issues and resistance to increased taxes, the failure to pass the bill has led to warnings of significant cuts to the Oregon Department of Transportation and potential job losses. As the session closes, Kotek hints at the possibility of a special session to address the urgent funding needs of the state.