Bill > HB3467

This bill establishes new restrictions on ballot collection and return in Oregon, primarily prohibiting individuals from collecting and returning another person's ballot with specific exceptions. Under the proposed law, an elector must return their own ballot, but can collect and return another individual's ballot only if that person is a relative or household member. The bill defines "relative" broadly to include spouse, parent, individuals with legal support obligations, and those who receive or provide benefits. When collecting another person's ballot, the individual must deposit it within two days and directly at an official ballot drop site. Importantly, the bill explicitly excludes non-relative individuals living or working in the same facility (like nursing homes or multifamily housing) from being able to return someone else's ballot. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon the Governor's signature, with the stated purpose of preserving public peace, health, and safety. The legislation amends existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) related to ballot handling and introduces new restrictions aimed at controlling how ballots are collected and returned.

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3467