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OR SB44

OR SB44
Relating to elections.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells the Secretary of State to study voting. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.2). Requires the Secretary of State to study elections. Directs the secretary to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to elections not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Oregon Secretary of State to conduct a comprehensive study of elections and submit a detailed report to the interim legislative committees responsible for election-related matters by September 15, 2026. The report must be prepared according to ORS 192.245, a state statute governing official reporting, and may include recommendations for potential legislative changes. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, meaning the legislative mandate will expire on that date. By requiring this study, the bill aims to provide lawmakers with an in-depth analysis of current election processes, potentially identifying areas for improvement or reform in Oregon's electoral system.

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB44
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-19) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/29068
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-19) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/29067
IS_Impact SB 44 4 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305859
IS_Impact SB 44 4 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305858
IS_Impact SB 44 2 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305857
IS_Impact SB 44 2 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305856
SB 44 -2, -4 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305855
SB 44 (witness registration) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305502
SB 44 -2, -4 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305272
IS_Impact SB 44 4 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305270
IS_Impact SB 44 4 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305269
IS_Impact SB 44 2 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305260
IS_Impact SB 44 2 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/305259
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-14) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/28886
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-14) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/28885
SB 44 -2, -4 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/304529
SB 44 -2, -4 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/304008
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-07) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/28809
Senate Committee On Rules (2025-05-07) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/28806
Open Government Impact Statement for SB44 INTRO https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84245
BillText https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB44/Introduced
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