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This bill increases criminal and civil penalties for various election law violations in Oregon, with a focus on repeat and intentional offenses. The legislation amends existing statutes to create more stringent punishments for individuals who commit multiple election-related infractions, with especially enhanced penalties for public officials acting in their official capacity. Specifically, the bill establishes that for certain election law violations, such as issues related to voter registration, campaign finance, and election procedures, repeat offenders can face escalating consequences. For instance, a second intentional violation of specific election laws could result in civil penalties ranging from $25,000 to $125,000, depending on the specific statute violated. If a public official commits these repeat violations while acting in an official capacity, the penalties can be doubled. The bill also clarifies that these enhanced penalties apply to violations occurring on or after the effective date of the legislation, signaling a strong deterrent approach to maintaining election integrity and holding election-related actors accountable for systematic or intentional misconduct.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB18