Oregon Is Spending More Than Ever on Low-Income Housing. A State Law Keeps the Details Secret.

Oregon has spent $1.4 billion on low-income housing with plans for an additional $850 million, but a carve-out in its public records law prevents disclosing financial details of subsidized projects. This lack of transparency thwarts researchers who wish to analyze spiraling construction costs, unlike in states like California. Despite all the state’s spending, Oregon’s homeless population continues to grow.