Bill > SB947

This bill makes comprehensive changes to Oregon's statutes by replacing the term "militia" with "National Guard" and removing references to an "unorganized militia." Specifically, the bill updates multiple sections of Oregon law to standardize terminology and clarify the composition of the state's military forces. The key changes include defining the National Guard as consisting of the Oregon Army National Guard, Oregon Air National Guard, Oregon Civil Defense Force, and any additional forces created by the Governor, while eliminating the previous distinction between "organized" and "unorganized" militia. The bill modernizes language across various state statutes related to military service, including provisions about military personnel's rights, duties, and protections, such as job protection during active service, interest rate limitations for deployed service members, and exemptions from certain civil obligations. These changes aim to create more consistent and contemporary legal language surrounding Oregon's military forces while maintaining the essential structure and functions of the state's military organizations.

Military Affairs and Security

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB947