Bill > SB1599

This bill establishes a special election date for Referendum Petition 2026-302, which is a process where citizens can gather signatures to challenge a law passed by the legislature. The bill states that once the Secretary of State verifies the required number of signatures for this petition, the challenged parts of a law passed in a special legislative session in 2025 will be put to a public vote on the same day as the 2026 primary election. The bill also outlines various procedures for preparing and presenting information about this referendum to voters, including ballot titles, explanatory statements, financial estimates, and arguments, with specific deadlines and responsibilities assigned to legislative committees and the Secretary of State. Importantly, the bill declares an emergency, meaning it takes effect immediately upon passage, to ensure the public peace, health, and safety.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/SB1599