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OR HB2231

Relating to seed quality standards.


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

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act defines the term “quality standard” for certain seed contracts. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 64.9). Instructs the Oregon Seed Certification Service of Oregon State University to continue to peri- odically produce, and make available to the public, the Oregon Seed Certification Handbook. Defines the term “quality standard” for certain seed contracts as a specification in the hand- book.

AI Summary

This bill aims to enhance seed quality standards in Oregon by establishing new provisions for the Oregon Seed Certification Service at Oregon State University. Specifically, the bill requires the service to periodically produce and publicly make available the Oregon Seed Certification Handbook, which will serve as a definitive reference for seed quality. The bill adds a new definition of "quality standard" to existing law, defining it as certified seed as described in the most current version of the handbook. By codifying these requirements, the bill provides a standardized approach to seed certification, ensuring that agricultural seed producers, dealers, and growers have a clear, authoritative resource for understanding and applying seed quality standards. The bill also makes several technical amendments to existing law, renumbering definitions and adding clarity to terms related to seed production, dealing, and contracts. These changes will help maintain the integrity and consistency of agricultural seed production in Oregon by establishing a formal, publicly accessible framework for seed quality assessment.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water. (on 01/17/2025)

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