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OR HB2100
Relating to the effects of certain environmental laws on small businesses; prescribing an effective date.
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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act tells the DEQ to study the effect on small businesses of the ban on some food containers and packing peanuts. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.2). Requires the Department of Environmental Quality to study the effects on small businesses of sales and use prohibitions on polystyrene foam containers, polystyrene foam packaging peanuts and foodware containers containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the environment no later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to conduct a comprehensive study on the economic impacts of certain environmental regulations on small businesses. Specifically, the study will examine the financial effects of existing laws that prohibit polystyrene foam containers, polystyrene foam packaging peanuts, and foodware containers with certain chemical substances (perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl). The DEQ must analyze the costs small businesses incur when replacing prohibited items and complying with these environmental regulations. By September 15, 2026, the department is required to submit a detailed report to the legislative committees responsible for environmental issues, which may include recommendations for future legislation. The study provision will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, and the bill itself will take effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2025 legislative session. The bill defines "small business" according to the existing definition in Oregon Revised Statutes 183.310, ensuring a standardized interpretation of the term.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Climate, Energy, and Environment with subsequent referral to Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2100 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2100 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83089 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2100/Introduced |
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