Bill > HB2424

This bill modifies the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs (ODVA) leadership structure by allowing the Director of Veterans' Affairs to appoint a deputy director, subject to the Governor's approval. Specifically, the bill requires that the deputy director must be a veteran and will serve at the pleasure of the director, meaning they can be removed at the director's discretion. The deputy director will have full authority to act on behalf of the director and will be under the director's control. The appointment must be formalized through a written order that is filed with the Secretary of State. This provision appears designed to provide additional administrative support and flexibility to the head of the state's veterans' affairs department by allowing them to designate a qualified veteran to help manage departmental responsibilities.

Military Affairs and Security

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2424