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This bill amends Oregon Revised Statute 455.132 to expand the membership of the Building Codes Structures Board from 9 to 11 members. Specifically, the bill adds two new board member positions: a fire protection engineer and a structural engineer certified or registered in Oregon who specializes in designing residential buildings over three stories tall. The board, which is established within the Department of Consumer and Business Services, assists the department's director in administering programs related to building structures, prefabricated structures, energy conservation, and accessibility for people with physical disabilities. The board is intended to represent various industries and professions involved in building development and construction, including architects, contractors, utility representatives, fire protection professionals, building officials, and commercial property managers. The addition of these two specialized engineering positions suggests an intent to bring more technical expertise and diversity of professional perspectives to the board's oversight and decision-making processes.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB49