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OR HB4145

OR HB4145
Relating to firearms; declaring an emergency.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes changes to the gun permit and transfer process and to the LCM prohi- bition. The Act goes into effect when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.2). Modifies the firearm permit provisions of Ballot Measure 114 (2022). Specifies where a person may apply for a permit to purchase a firearm and adds an eligibility requirement. Provides that in- formation obtained during the application process and during the criminal background check and maintained within the database of permit holders is exempt from disclosure as a public record. Ex- tends the time, from 30 to 60 days from receipt of the application, by which a permit agent must issue a permit to a qualified applicant or mail reasons for a denial in writing to the applicant. In- creases the maximum fee that may be charged for an initial application for and renewal of a permit. Specifies the portion of the fee payable to the Department of State Police for conducting a criminal background check. Establishes alternatives to a firearms training course or class that may be used to satisfy the requirement of proof of completion of a firearm safety course for the permit. Provides that permits are not required for firearm transfers until January 1, 2028. Establishes an exception to the permit requirement for certain active and retired law enforcement officers. Modifies the affirmative defense language for the large-capacity magazine provisions of Ballot Measure 114 (2022). Provides that a person may not be prosecuted for prohibited conduct occurring while enforcement of the provisions is enjoined by a court. Provides that gun dealers and manufac- turers have 180 days after entry of an appellate judgment reversing or vacating the injunction to take certain actions concerning large-capacity magazines. Provides that a challenge to the legality of the Act must be commenced in the Circuit Court for Marion County. Provides that the Legislative Assembly does not intend the Act to affect current court proceedings concerning Ballot Measure 114 (2022). Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing gun laws, particularly concerning permits to purchase firearms and the prohibition of large-capacity magazines, which are ammunition feeding devices that can hold more than 10 rounds. Key changes include specifying where individuals can apply for a firearm purchase permit, adding an eligibility requirement for applicants, and making information from the permit application and background check process exempt from public record disclosure. The timeframe for permit agents to issue or deny permits is extended from 30 to 60 days, and the maximum fees for permits are increased. The bill also introduces alternative ways to satisfy the firearm safety course requirement for permits and delays the requirement for permits for firearm transfers until January 1, 2028, with an exception for certain law enforcement officers. Regarding large-capacity magazines, the bill modifies the affirmative defense provisions and clarifies that individuals cannot be prosecuted for prohibited conduct that occurs while enforcement of these provisions is blocked by a court order, and it provides a grace period for gun dealers and manufacturers to address large-capacity magazines after an injunction is lifted. Challenges to the act's legality must be filed in the Circuit Court for Marion County, and the bill explicitly states it does not intend to affect ongoing court cases related to Ballot Measure 114 (2022), declaring an emergency for immediate effect upon passage.

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Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Rules suspended. Carried over to February 25, 2026 Calendar. (on 02/24/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/HB4145
Open Government Impact Statement for HB4145 A https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/95059
Staff Measure Summary for HB4145 A (House) for the House Committee On Judiciary https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94957
BillText https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB4145/House%20Amendments%20to%20Introduced
BillText https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB4145/A-Engrossed
House Committee On Judiciary (2026-02-16) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/30562
IS_Impact HB 4145 3 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/314481
HB 4145 -2, -3, -4 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/314412
IS_Impact HB 4145 3 https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/314247
Revenue Impact Statement for HB4145 A https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94782
Fiscal Impact Statement for HB4145 A https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94781
House Committee On Judiciary (2026-02-16) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/30539
House Committee On Judiciary (2026-02-16) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/ProposedAmendment/30534
Open Government Impact Statement for HB4145 INTRO https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94245
HB 4145 (witness registration) https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/312104
HB 4145 Preliminary SMS https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/311824
BillText https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB4145/Introduced
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