Oregon Revised Statutes Title 26A. Economic Development § 284.882

It is the intent of the Legislative Assembly, in enacting ORS 284.881 to 284.890, to encourage investment in and availability of capital to businesses in this state, including but not limited to traded sector businesses, businesses in the initial and follow-up phases of development and businesses in the rural regions of this state, and to increase resources available to local governments and state agencies that create, facilitate, maintain and promote financial services and support and to other efforts that further economic development in Oregon.