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Quick Facts
Personal Details

Ken Helm is a Democratic member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 34. Helm was first elected to the chamber in 2014. Helm is running for re-election in the primary on May 15, 2018. The general election will take place on November 6, 2018.

Helm earned his B.A. in history and political science from Willamette University and his J.D. from Willamette University College of Law. His professional experience includes working as a baker, clerking for the Land Use Board of Appeals, for Metro, the regional government in the Portland area that manages the urban growth boundary and as a lawyer at his own law firm.

Education

  • JD, Law, Willamette University College of Law, 1989-1993
  • BA, History/Political Science, Williamette University, 1983-1987

Professional Experience

  • JD, Law, Willamette University College of Law, 1989-1993
  • BA, History/Political Science, Williamette University, 1983-1987
  • Solo Practitioner, Kenneth D. Helm, Attorney at Law, 2006-present
  • Former Clerk, Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals
  • Senior Assistant Attorney, Land Use, Portland Metro Regional Government, 1997-2006

Political Experience

  • JD, Law, Willamette University College of Law, 1989-1993
  • BA, History/Political Science, Williamette University, 1983-1987
  • Solo Practitioner, Kenneth D. Helm, Attorney at Law, 2006-present
  • Former Clerk, Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals
  • Senior Assistant Attorney, Land Use, Portland Metro Regional Government, 1997-2006
  • Representative, Oregon State House of Representatives, District 34, 2015-present
  • Candidate, Oregon State House of Representatives, District 34, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020

Former Committees/Caucuses

Former Member, Economic Development and Trade Committee, Oregon State House of Representatives

Former Member, Joint Ways and Means Subcommittee on Natural Resources, Oregon State House of Representatives

Former Member, Marijuana Regulation Committee, Oregon State House of Representatives

Former Member, Revenue Committee, Oregon State House of Representatives

Former Vice Chair, Rural Communities, Land Use, and Water Committee, Oregon State House of Representatives

Current Legislative Committees

Member, Agriculture and Land Use Committee

Member, Economic Development Committee

Chair, Energy and Environment Committee

Member, Joint Committee On Carbon Reduction

Other Info

Hobbies or Special Talents:

skiing, white water rafting, hiking,camping, avid fisherman and aspiring boat builder

Reason for Seeking Public Office:

Strengthen Our Economy

As a small business owner himself, Ken understands the challenges small businesses face . Ken will help bring predictability to how and where our cities and counties grow, work to rebuild our infrastructure and support clean energy development to create the jobs of tomorrow and protect Oregon's natural legacy.

Invest in Better Schools

As a parent, Ken knows investments in early childhood education and smaller class sizes are vital to our children's future. He will work to give our children the education they need to succeed.

Improve Health Care

Ken will work to make sure all Oregonians have access to quality, affordable care and politicians never stand between women and the health care they need.

Spouse's Occupation:

Chief Operating Officer for Skyward

Events

2020

Aug. 19
End of Session Joint Town Hall

Wed 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PDT

Facebook Live & Zoom

Jan. 10
Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund - Celebration & Fundraiser

Fri 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST

Embark 2843 NW Lolo Dr, Bend, OR 97703-6945, United States

May 1
Education Forum in Beaverton

Wed 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM PDT

Aloha-Huber Park School Beaverton, OR