Bill > HB2760

This bill establishes a new program through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (ODEM) to reimburse nongovernmental disaster response organizations for volunteer-related expenses. Specifically, eligible entities like community organizations and long-term recovery groups can receive financial support for costs incurred during or in response to a disaster, including volunteer payments for mileage, transportation, per diem, lodging, childcare, supplies, and liability coverage. To support this program, the bill creates a new Disaster Volunteer Assistance Fund in the State Treasury, which will be funded through legislative appropriations. The bill includes provisions for ODEM to develop administrative rules for the reimbursement program and appropriates an unspecified amount from the General Fund to support both the fund's establishment and the program's operational costs. Recognizing the urgent need for such support, the bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the program set to begin on July 1, 2025.

Military Affairs and Security

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2760