Bill > SB557

This bill modifies the composition requirements for the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) by mandating that at least one of the nine commissioners must hold a marijuana-related license, specifically a license for marijuana processing, production, retail sales, or wholesale operations. The bill maintains the existing requirements that commissioners must represent different regions of Oregon (including specific representatives from eastern and western Oregon, and each congressional district), represent the public and food/beverage retail industry, and that no more than five commissioners can be from the same political party. Commissioners must be Oregon residents for at least five years, be at least 30 years old, and be eligible voters. The term of office remains four years, with commissioners being limited to two full terms. The new licensing requirement will apply to commissioners appointed on or after the effective date of the 2025 Act, ensuring that the OLCC has direct representation from the marijuana industry among its leadership.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB557