Sen. Suzanne Weber

Establishes the right of a resident of a residential care facility to [ the formation of a ] organize and participate in resident groups, including an independent family council. Prohibits a residential care facility from willfully interfering with the formation, maintenance or promotion of [ a ] an independent family council or discriminating or retaliating against a resident based on [ a family member's or representative's participation in a family council ] the participation of the resident or the resident's family member or legal representative in an independent family council . [ Imposes civil penalties, not to exceed $500 per day of violation. ].

Maddy summarySB 784 updates statewide standards for dual credit programs to explicitly include agriculture, forestry, and natural resources fields. It requires career and technical student organizations (including those focused on these fields) to collaborate on assessing program quality and ensuring course content aligns with industry standards. This change applies to all dual credit programs approved under state standards. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.

Authorizes the Environmental Quality Commission and the Department of Environmental Quality to allow for a mixing zone to meet bacteria water quality criteria in a permit applicable to a seafood processing facility. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

] Prohibits the retail sale of an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane to an individual under [ 21 ] 18 years of age. Allows the sale or delivery of an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane through an order pick-up or delivery system if the recipient is at least 18 years of age. Punishes a violation by a maximum of 30 days' imprisonment, $1,250 fine, or both. Requires an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane to bear a warning label. Defines "1,1-Difluoroethane."

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its 50th anniversary in 2025. It expresses Oregon’s legislative appreciation for NCSL’s work supporting state legislatures but contains no policy changes or binding obligations. The resolution does not affect any individuals, entities, or laws, as it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of honor. It has no practical impact beyond acknowledging NCSL’s role in fostering legislative collaboration.

] [ Requires the Judicial Department to study options for domestic and sexual violence training for judges. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. ] [ Sunsets on January 2, 2027. ] Modifies the enumerated authority of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court to include the authority to establish continuing education requirements for state court judges. Directs the State Court Administrator to create continuing education opportunities for judges to meet the requirements established by the Chief Justice. Requires the State Court Administrator to submit a report on the implementation of the judicial continuing education requirements to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2027.

Maddy summarySCR 10 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and public service of the late Senate President Peter Courtney. It acknowledges his extensive legislative career, leadership, and contributions to Oregon, and directs that a copy be presented to his family.

Removes the annual cap on matching funds that an individual development account holder may accrue. Establishes a cap on total matching funds that the account holder may accrue. [ Provides for the modification of the cap to account for effects of inflation. ].

Maddy summarySJM 2 is a joint memorial from the Oregon Legislative Assembly urging the U.S. Congress to enact legislation that addresses a funding crisis in the federal Crime Victims Fund (CVF). The CVF, which supports state victim assistance programs such as domestic violence agencies and rape crisis centers, has seen a significant decline in its balance. This memorial specifically calls for Congress to pass the "Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2024" or similar legislation, which would redirect funds from the False Claims Act into the CVF to stabilize its finances and ensure continued support for these vital services.

Digest: The Act increases some amounts that are protected from debt collectors. The Act changes some laws about bad debt collection methods. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.2). Increases certain exemptions from garnishment and execution. Modifies provisions relating to unfair debt collection practices. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.