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OR HB2121
OR HB2121Relating to agents appointed by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission; declaring an emergency.
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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
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: The Act adds OLCC agents to the meaning of the word “licensee.” (Flesch Readability Score: 81.8). Includes a liquor store agent appointed by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission in the definition of “licensee” for purposes of alcoholic beverages laws. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 471.001 to expand the definition of "licensee" in alcoholic beverage regulations by adding agents appointed by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) to the existing definition. Specifically, the bill amends the current definition, which previously only included persons holding a license under the chapter, to now also include OLCC agents appointed under ORS 471.750. This change means that OLCC agents will have the same legal standing as licensees when it comes to alcoholic beverage laws, potentially granting them additional responsibilities or protections. The bill also includes an emergency clause, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage in 2025, with the stated purpose of preserving public peace, health, and safety. This technical amendment appears to clarify and potentially expand the legal framework surrounding liquor regulation in Oregon by explicitly recognizing the role of OLCC agents in the enforcement and management of alcoholic beverage laws.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
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/HB2121 |
| HB 2121 -2 Preliminary SMS | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/299581 |
| HB 2121 -2 Preliminary SMS | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/299073 |
| House Committee On Economic Development, Small Business, and Trade (2025-04-07) | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/27498 |
| HB 2121 (witness registration) | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/289696 |
| HB 2121 Preliminary SMS | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/289508 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2121 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83110 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2121/Introduced |
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