Oregon Democrats are hitting pause on their push to pass a transportation funding bill, as a key party member recovers from health complications.

Senate President Rob Wagner announced Tuesday that a package of tax and fee increases proposed by Gov. Tina Kotek would not get a vote until Sept. 17 — two weeks later than expected.

The delay became necessary, sources in both political parties said, because Sen. Chris Gorsek, D-Gresham, experienced complications after a recent surgery.

“I’m eager to get back to the Senate, representing them on the floor,” Gorsek said in a statement Tuesday. “Until then, I have deep gratitude for the nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals delivering my care and serving other patients with far greater needs than mine.”

Without Gorsek on hand, Democra

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