Moda Center Funding Bill Passes Oregon House, Goes to Gov. Tina Kotek

Moda Center funding bill passes Oregon House, goes to Gov. Tina Kotek

Senate Bill 1501 became one of the short session's most closely watched pieces of legislation after it was introduced in February following growing worries that Trail Blazers could leave Portland.

Bill for Moda Center renovation funding headed to Gov. Tina Kotek's desk

The Oregon Senate has passed SB 1501, which will raise over $365 million through bonds to fund major renovations at the Moda Center and ensure a 20-year lease for the Portland Trail Blazers.