Clackamas County, OR. — Dana Hindman-Allen has announced her candidacy for Oregon House District 51 in the Republican Primary, outlining a campaign focused on tax relief, education reform, public safety, wildfire prevention, and property rights.
A fifth-generation Oregonian, Realtor, former educator, and former member of the Clackamas County Parks Advisory Board, Hindman-Allen said her campaign is centered on what she described as restoring balance in state government and addressing rising living costs.
Economic Relief and Corporate Activity Tax Repeal
Hindman-Allen called for repeal of Oregon’s Corporate Activity Tax (CAT), enacted in 2019. She argued the tax increases costs for businesses, which are then passed on to consumers through higher prices for goods and services.
“At a time when people are fighting to afford groceries, fuel, housing, and payroll, Oregon should be encouraging growth and job creation,” she said.
She said repealing the tax would signal support for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and economic growth.
Education and School Choice
On education, Hindman-Allen said she supports open enrollment, public charter partnerships, early literacy initiatives, and expanded career and technical education pathways. While noting that graduation rates have improved in recent years, she said academic achievement in core subjects such as reading, math, and science must also strengthen.
She emphasized parental involvement and educator support as key components of education policy.
Public Safety, Addiction, and Homelessness
Hindman-Allen referenced the repeal of Measure 110 as a “first step,” but said additional reforms are needed. She called for quicker cleanup of unsafe encampments, expanded recovery-based addiction treatment, strengthened mental health crisis response systems, and measurable accountability for publicly funded programs.
“Compassion must mean intervention, treatment, accountability, and a path to recovery,” she said.
Wildfire Prevention and Forest Management
On wildfire policy, Hindman-Allen advocated for proactive forest management, including removal of dead wood and fallen timber to reduce fuel loads. She said recovered materials could be repurposed for public projects such as parks, highway medians, playgrounds, and erosion control.
She framed the approach as investing in prevention to reduce long-term suppression costs and protect homes and insurance markets.
Property Rights and Growth
As a Realtor serving the Portland metro area and surrounding rural communities, Hindman-Allen said she would prioritize private property rights while supporting thoughtful growth and protection of agricultural land and open spaces.
She described homeownership as foundational and said policy should balance environmental stewardship with the rights of property owners.
Family Legacy
Hindman-Allen also cited family history in public service, noting that her great-great grandfather, Charles C. Hindman, served in the Oregon House of Representatives in 1921.
She said her background in real estate, education, mortgage lending, and community service informs her approach to policy.
The seat for Oregon House District 51 represents portions of Clackamas County. The next general election is scheduled for November 2026.
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