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OR SB1035
Relating to augmentation of firefighting capacity of airports; prescribing an effective date.
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Introduced
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
In Committee
04/07/2025
04/07/2025
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 tells ODEM to take certain actions to improve firefighting resources at certain airports. The Act also changes some laws to make it easier to move fuel. (Flesch Readability Score: 68.7). Directs the Oregon Department of Emergency Management to procure and maintain vehicles for purposes related to fuel and personnel needs at certain airports. Provides that the Director of Transportation may exercise the authority to suspend certain statutes when the Emergency Conflagration Act is invoked. Provides that the suspension may apply to geographic areas other than the area where an emergency or conflagration occurs. Authorizes the Oregon National Guard and the Oregon Civil Defense Force to transport aviation fuel under certain circumstances. Directs the department to issue grants to increase fuel storage capacity at certain airports. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a comprehensive program to enhance firefighting and aviation fuel capacity at Burns Municipal Airport and La Grande/Union County Airport (referred to as "pilot program airports"). The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (ODEM) will procure and maintain specialized vehicle fleets for transporting aviation fuel and personnel, with the vehicles strategically staged across the state to support firefighting efforts. The bill appropriates $2,180,000 for vehicle procurement and an additional $240,000 to establish a Pilot Program Airport Fund, which will provide grants to airport owners to increase their aviation fuel storage capacity. The legislation also expands the Director of Transportation's authority to suspend certain motor carrier statutes during emergencies, allowing suspensions to apply to geographic areas beyond the immediate emergency zone. Additionally, the bill authorizes the Oregon National Guard and Civil Defense Force to transport aviation fuel when commercial carriers are insufficient, though without nullifying existing transportation regulations. The program is set to be reviewed and potentially sunset on January 2, 2029, with any remaining funds transferred to the General Fund. The bill takes effect 91 days after the 2025 legislative session adjourns, aiming to improve emergency response capabilities and fuel infrastructure at these specific airports.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President. (on 04/07/2025)
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