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In a move aimed at addressing the ongoing housing crisis in Oregon, the state legislature passed a landmark land use bill on Monday that aims to increase affordable housing options for residents. The bill, which was widely supported by both Democrats and Republicans, seeks to streamline the zoning and planning process to make it easier for developers to build affordable housing units.Under the new legislation, local governments will be required to designate areas for affordable housing developments, with the goal of increasing the supply of affordable housing in the state. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to incentivize developers to build affordable housing, such as tax breaks and grants for projects that meet certain criteria.The bill also includes measures to ensure that low-income residents are not displaced by new housing developments. In order to qualify for the tax breaks and grants, developers will be required to set aside a certain percentage of units for low-income residents, or pay into a fund that will be used to help low-income residents find housing.The passage of this bill is a significant victory for affordable housing advocates, who have long argued that Oregon's strict zoning and planning regulations have hindered the construction of affordable housing units. In recent years, the state has seen a surge in housing prices, making it increasingly difficult for low and middle-income residents to afford homes."This bill represents a major step forward in our efforts to address the affordable housing crisis in Oregon," said State Senator Jane Johnson, one of the bill's sponsors. "By streamlining the zoning and planning process and providing incentives for developers to build affordable housing, we can create more housing options for Oregonians of all income levels."The bill is expected to be signed into law by Governor John Doe later this week, and will go into effect immediately. Supporters of the bill are hopeful that it will lead to an increase in the supply of affordable housing in Oregon, and help to make the state a more affordable place to live for all residents.