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.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Mar 7, 2026
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Mar 7, 2026
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Committee
Referred to Commerce and General Government.
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bruce Starr
RRepublican
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