SCR 16 Oregon Senate · 2025 Regular Session

In memoriam: Dr. Ralph Franklin Helzerman Jr.

This concurrent resolution (SCR 16) is a ceremonial tribute honoring Dr. Ralph Franklin Helzerman Jr., a Hillsboro ophthalmologist who died in October 2024. It commemorates his life, including his military service, 37-year medical practice, decades of community volunteerism, and significant philanthropy supporting local organizations like the Hillsboro Community Foundation and Walters Cultural Arts Center. The resolution expresses the Oregon legislature's gratitude for his service and impact on the community. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy effect - it simply serves as a formal expression of respect.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2025

Committee Review

Feb 2025

Senate Passage

Jun 2025

House Passage

Jun 2025

Governor

Introduced Jan 28, 2025 Last action Jun 13, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits · Jun 11, 2025

MINOR

The bill was converted from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, adding official signatures and adoption dates while removing draft formatting and editorial notes. The substantive content of the resolution honoring Dr. Helzerman remains unchanged.

TECHNICAL

Removed draft formatting elements including the 'SUMMARY' section, line numbers, and editorial notes about amended sections

Added official signatures from Senate Secretary, Senate President, and House Speaker with adoption dates (February 20, 2025 and June 10, 2025)

Changed header from 'Senate Concurrent Resolution 16' to 'Enrolled Senate Concurrent Resolution 16' to indicate final passage

Floor votes · Senate Feb 20, 2025 · House Jun 10, 2025

How they voted

27–0

Passed · 2 other

Total votes 29

Feb 20, 2025

D Democratic17

16 Yea 1

94% Yea

R Republican12

11 Yea 1

91% Yea

Vote distribution

All Yea All Nay Mixed No data

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Jun 13, 2025

Introduced

Filed With Secretary of State.

upper

Jun 11, 2025

Lower · Passed

Speaker signed.

lower

Jun 11, 2025

Upper · Passed

President signed.

upper

Jun 10, 2025

Lower · Passed

Read. Carried by Sosa. Adopted.

lower

Jun 5, 2025

Lower · Passed

Recommendation: Be adopted.

lower

Feb 27, 2025

Committee

Referred to Rules.

lower

Feb 25, 2025

Introduced

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

lower

Feb 20, 2025

Upper · Passed

Final reading. Carried by Sollman. Adopted.

upper

Jan 28, 2025

Committee

Referred to Rules.

upper

Jan 28, 2025

Introduced

Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors