Bill > HB3213

This bill establishes new transparency requirements for public university foundations in Oregon, subjecting them to public records laws while also protecting certain sensitive information. Specifically, the bill defines a public university foundation as a non-profit organization supporting one or more public universities, and mandates that such foundations are now subject to public records disclosure laws. The bill creates a nuanced approach to transparency by exempting certain confidential records, such as donor identities and personal financial information, while requiring the disclosure of other key details. Public university foundations will be required to release an annual report by November 1st each year, which must be publicly available on their website and include comprehensive financial information like total annual expenditures, percentage of spending across categories like scholarships and administrative support, an annual audit, and a detailed list of contracts, subsidiaries, and employee information including names, job titles, and salaries. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the first annual report due by November 1, 2025. The goal appears to be increasing public accountability for these foundations while still protecting donors' privacy and sensitive organizational information.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3213