House Republican Leader Jeff Helfrich announced Monday he will not seek reelection as caucus leader, citing a reevaluation of his priorities following the death of his father. Helfrich’s resignation comes during a year of considerable turnover in leadership for both parties.

State Rep. Jeff Helfrich will not seek reelection as minority leader in the Oregon House. The Hood River Republican, who represents the 52nd House District in the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood,

Jeff Helfrich will not seek reelection as minority leader in the Oregon House. The Hood River Republican, who represents the 52nd House District in the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, made the announcement late Monday in a news release,