Bill > HB2232

This bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 821.030 and 821.220 to transfer the responsibility for establishing off-road vehicle equipment standards from the Department of Environmental Quality to the State Parks and Recreation Department. Specifically, the bill shifts the authority to establish rules about brake types, safety flags for sand operation, other safety equipment requirements, and noise emissions standards for off-road vehicle mufflers. The changes also update references in the law regarding all-terrain vehicle equipment regulations, including requirements for braking devices, muffling systems, and noise emission standards. The bill includes an emergency clause, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the stated intent of preserving public peace, health, and safety. The modifications aim to consolidate off-road vehicle equipment oversight under the State Parks and Recreation Department, potentially streamlining regulations and creating a more focused approach to managing off-road vehicle standards.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2232