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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act creates a task force to study how to make pipelines and associated storage units secure. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.1). Establishes the Task Force on Secure Pipelines and Associated Storage Units and Terminals. Directs the task force to study matters related to safe transportation, storage and transference of petroleum, natural gas and other flammable substances through pipelines, in associated storage units and at associated terminals. Directs the task force to submit a report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to emergency preparedness no later than December 15, 2026. Sunsets December 31, 2026. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a 17-member Task Force on Secure Pipelines and Associated Storage Units and Terminals to comprehensively study and improve pipeline safety in Oregon. The task force will include representatives from various state agencies, the legislature, petroleum and natural gas industries, and emergency management experts. Their mandate is to conduct an in-depth examination of state and federal safety standards for pipelines and related facilities, focusing on technologies and processes that can safely transport and store flammable substances while mitigating risks from potential natural disasters like seismic events. The task force will analyze the costs of implementing new safety technologies, explore potential mandates and incentives for pipeline infrastructure improvements, and develop recommendations for seismic vulnerability assessments, mitigation plans, and emergency preparedness. The group is required to submit a report to legislative committees by December 15, 2026, and will automatically dissolve on December 31, 2026. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, underscoring the urgent nature of improving pipeline safety infrastructure.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2914 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2914 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83888 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2914/Introduced |
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