SB 1560 Oregon Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Relating to allowable uses of place of worship.

SB 1560 requires Oregon counties to permit places of worship (like churches and mosques) to conduct customary activities such as worship services, weddings, funerals, meal programs, and child care. Counties may only restrict these uses if they prove inadequate public facilities (e.g., transportation or water systems) or health/safety risks. The bill explicitly clarifies that parochial schools (K-12) may still be sited under existing zoning rules. This directly affects how counties regulate religious properties statewide.
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Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Mar 7, 2026
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Mar 7, 2026
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
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Feb 2, 2026
Committee
Referred to Commerce and General Government.
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Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
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Bruce Starr
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