Oregon Legislation

Oregon HB4114 allows individuals to sue federal or out-of-state law enforcement agents who enter their property without a warrant or proper exception. The bill requires these agents to notify the state's Department of Justice before conducting operations and sets rules for their identification. It aims to protect residents' rights and restrict unauthorized law enforcement activities.

Oregon SB1556 updates the rules for how people can be represented in the magistrate division of the Oregon Tax Court. It brings together existing laws about representation and will apply to cases starting on or after January 1, 2027. The bill will take effect 91 days after the legislature finishes its session.

Oregon SB1557 updates laws regarding contempt of court and surrogacy contracts. It modifies how contempt proceedings are handled and changes the rules about the confidentiality of surrogacy agreements. This aims to clarify legal processes and protect personal information in surrogacy cases.

The bill makes it illegal to use someone's immigration status as evidence in civil cases, with some exceptions. It also protects employees from being punished by their employers for updating their work authorization documents. Additionally, the bill changes the definition of 'profiling' to include immigration status.

Oregon House Bill 4107 requires urgent care centers to share important information with the public and provide certain health care services. It also mandates that at least one licensed health care provider must be present during operating hours, ensuring better access to care for patients. The bill defines what constitutes an urgent care center.

Oregon SB1561 allows homeowners to have a different way to restore their homes if they are damaged beyond repair. Instead of going through the usual land use decision process, local governments must approve the restoration or replacement of these homes more easily. This aims to help residents recover from unexpected disasters more quickly.

Oregon House Bill 4102 allows the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to make agreements with companies to speed up or improve their regulatory processes. This means that the DEQ can work more flexibly with businesses to ensure environmental regulations are met more efficiently. The bill will take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.

Oregon Senate Bill 1565 increases the fees for registering snowmobiles. This change aims to raise more funds for snowmobile-related activities and maintenance. The new fees will take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.

Oregon Senate Bill 1567 allows the Housing and Community Services Department to provide loans for projects that create mixed income housing. It establishes a special fund for these loans and requires the department to set up rules for the program by early 2027. The bill aims to support affordable housing options for various income levels in Oregon.

Oregon Senate Bill 1568 requires health plans to cover the costs of doula services and lactation counselors for pregnant individuals. This coverage will begin for new contracts starting in 2028. The bill also establishes a system for registering lactation counselors and creates the Oregon Perinatal Collaborative to enhance perinatal services.

Oregon SB1570 limits when hospitals can share patient information with law enforcement, especially regarding a person's immigration status. It requires hospitals to have clear policies on how to handle law enforcement inquiries and designates areas of the hospital that are off-limits to the public. Additionally, it protects employees from retaliation for sharing information about immigration rights.

Oregon SB1571 updates laws related to tobacco and nicotine products. It defines nicotine, expands what counts as tobacco products, and shifts the enforcement of selling these products to those under 21 from criminal penalties to civil penalties managed by the Oregon Health Authority. The bill also requires that sales of these products happen in person at licensed locations.

Oregon HB4089 updates laws related to theft of services and contractor licensing. It makes it a crime to knowingly hire unlicensed contractors, imposes penalties for unauthorized use of contractor license numbers, and allows for partial payments to be considered in theft cases. The bill also directs a network to investigate potential violations of service theft and tax laws.

Oregon HB4088 establishes a state policy to ensure access to certain health care services, particularly related to reproductive health and gender identity. It limits cooperation with federal and other state authorities regarding these health care activities, makes specific records confidential, and protects midwives from disciplinary action when providing these services. The law takes effect immediately.

Oregon House Bill 4062 requires Business Oregon to review its programs and find ways to make them more efficient. The bill aims to improve the effectiveness of the department's initiatives. It also declares an emergency, meaning it goes into effect immediately after being passed.

Oregon House Bill 4052 creates a new tax credit for newly established banks in the state. This credit will apply to Oregon-chartered banks that start operations between January 1, 2027, and January 1, 2033, allowing them to reduce their corporate excise taxes for their first three years of business. The bill aims to encourage the establishment of new banks in Oregon.

Oregon House Bill 4053 establishes a fund for emergency medical services (EMS) and updates the name of a committee that advises on children's EMS issues. It requires the Oregon Health Authority to set minimum educational standards for EMS providers and creates a new subcommittee focused on emergency services for long-term and senior care. This bill will take effect in stages, with some provisions starting in 2027 and others in 2029.

Oregon SB1587 restricts public bodies from sharing certain personal data with data brokers unless the brokers confirm that the data will not be used to enforce immigration laws. There are exceptions for cases where disclosure is required by public records law or court orders. The law aims to protect individuals' privacy and prevent misuse of their information in immigration enforcement.

Oregon House Bill 4060 allows large buildings to continue selling fluorescent lamps until 2030, even though certain types are banned. It also exempts some care facilities from needing to submit plans to replace these lamps until the same deadline. The bill was declared an emergency and took effect immediately upon passage.

Oregon HB4061 allows Business Oregon to provide grants to small businesses affected by federal tariffs. It also requires the agency to work with various stakeholders to update the state's trade strategy. Additionally, the bill establishes a task force to recommend ways to retain businesses and private investments in Oregon.

Oregon HB4069 requires mental health and substance use disorder treatment facilities to create a safety plan to protect their workers. This means that employers in these settings must develop and implement a written policy focused on ensuring the physical safety of their staff.

Oregon House Bill 4072 changes the timeline for how quickly someone released from custody must be arraigned in court. It also specifies certain time periods that do not count towards this timeline. The bill will take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.

Oregon House Bill 4070 updates laws related to mental health and substance use treatment. It aims to ensure that access to behavioral health care is as good as access to other medical services. The bill also changes who can get paid for telehealth services and sets rules for how coordinated care organizations are reviewed.

Oregon SB1590 is a law that stops state public bodies from helping the federal government sell or privatize certain public lands. This law is effective immediately and will last until January 2, 2032. It was passed to ensure that these lands remain publicly owned and accessible to the public.