Directs the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to establish a fish incubation nursery program for the rearing of salmonids in coastal areas of southern Oregon. Directs the department to report to an interim committee of the Legislative Assembly no later than September 15, 2026, regarding the establishment and operation of the program. Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the department for program purposes. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to exclude partial exemptions of the assessed value of property, and tax credits against property taxes on property, from the requirement that the maximum assessed value of the property be redetermined when the property is first granted or disqualified from a partial exemption or property tax credit. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Limits a declaration of a state of emergency to 30 days' duration, unless extended by the Legislative Assembly for an additional 30 days. Permits the Legislative Assembly to extend a state of emergency for an unlimited amount of times, but limits the duration of each extension to 30 days. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
SB 492 creates a new division within Oregon's Department of State Police dedicated to enforcing state laws against illegal marijuana cultivation. This division will specifically target unlawful production activities as defined in Oregon law (ORS 475C.009 and 475C.379), such as unauthorized growing operations. The bill directly affects the Department of State Police by establishing this new enforcement unit and impacts individuals or entities engaging in illegal cultivation. It does not change marijuana laws but adds a specialized police unit to address existing illegal activity.
SB 1009 creates a system to provide sex crime victims with specific information about offenders. It requires the Department of State Police to assign victims a unique identification number linked to the offender's registry record and establish a toll-free hotline for victims to receive updates on the offender's prison status, release, or parole. The bill defines "victim" broadly to include anyone directly harmed by the sex crime, or by related crimes connected through plea deals, sentencing, or admission of conduct (even without prosecution). This bill directly affects victims of sex crimes in Oregon by improving access to offender information through standardized procedures, without changing sentencing or registration requirements.
Directs the Department of Early Learning and Care to enter into an agreement with a nongovernmental organization to establish and administer a child care subsidy program. Establishes the Tri-Share Child Care Subsidy Fund for the pilot program. Sunsets on January 2, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
SJM 7 is a joint memorial from Oregon's legislature requesting discussions with Idaho about potentially relocating the Oregon-Idaho border. It specifically addresses eastern Oregon counties (excluding Bend) where voters have shown interest in joining Idaho, citing historical border changes and economic arguments about Oregon's budget contributions. The bill proposes initiating talks for an interstate compact that could include financial transitions and a vote for eastern Oregon residents to approve or reject the border change. This is a procedural request for dialogue, not a law, and it does not alter Oregon's current borders or obligations. The bill aims to facilitate negotiations based on Oregon's constitutional authority for boundary changes and community preferences.
Allows a qualifying county to adopt an ordinance to impose a tax on adult-use and medical marijuana production. Defines "qualifying county." Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Requires the Oregon Health Authority to study primary care in Oregon. Directs the authority to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to health care not later than September 15, 2026.
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to require a certain percentage of lottery revenues to be expended for wildfire prevention, suppression or management. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Discontinues the return of surplus revenue refunds to taxpayers. Modifies statutory provisions. Applies to biennia ending on or after June 30, 2027. Takes effect only if Senate Joint Resolution 15 (2025) is approved by the people at the next regular general election. Takes effect on the effective date of the constitutional amendment proposed in Senate Joint Resolution 15 (2025).
Makes certain findings related to gluten. Requires a food product that contains gluten or an ingredient from a gluten-containing grain to bear certain labeling. Prohibits a food product from being labeled as gluten free unless certain criteria are met. Authorizes the imposition of civil penalties for a violation.
