The Latest: Oregon legislator's resignation effective March
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Latest on an Oregon state senator accused of inappropriate behavior (all times local):6:30 p.m.
Sen. Jeff Kruse said in a letter to Secretary of State Dennis Richardson that his resignation is effective March 15.
An investigative report documented allegations that Kruse harassed female colleagues while talking to them in public areas of the Senate.
Kruse wrote that after next Tuesday the resignation is irrevocable.
Senate Majority Leader Ginny Burdick praised the women who spoke up about the harassment.
"Women showed incredible courage to come out with their experiences, and hopefully this will provide them with some comfort," the Democrat told reporters.___5:45 p.m.