Bill > SB667

This bill modifies Oregon state law regarding the conditions under which the state's militia can be called into service by the Governor. Specifically, the bill adds a new restriction that prevents the Governor from ordering the state militia to participate in or support an armed conflict or war unless the United States Congress has either formally declared war (as outlined in the U.S. Constitution's Article I, Section 8, Clause 11) or has explicitly called forth the militia for specific constitutional purposes such as executing federal laws, suppressing an insurrection, or repelling an invasion (as specified in Article I, Section 8, Clause 15). The existing law previously allowed the Governor more discretionary power in mobilizing the militia, but this amendment places clear constitutional constraints on when the state's militia can be deployed, effectively requiring congressional authorization for most military-related actions. The bill aims to ensure that the state militia's involvement in armed conflicts is tied directly to formal congressional actions and constitutional provisions.

Military Affairs and Security

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB667