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At the recent HBA Membership Luncheon, Mark Long, Oregon Home Builders Association (OHBA) CEO, presented a legislative update to the members and staff in attendance. Highlighting industry wins from the 2021 OHBA Legislative Report, Long described the unique challenges of lobbying in a pandemic environment while advocating on behalf of the industry on issues such as land use, building codes, environmental protections, wildfire rebuilding and protection, and many others. He also offered a preview of what to expect during the 2022 short legislative session as well as future sessions. For more information on state level issues and 2022 legislative priorities contact Mark Long at mark@oregonhba.com.