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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
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: Tells OGEC to study and report on public meetings. (Flesch Readability Score: 66.1). Requires the Oregon Government Ethics Commission to study public meetings. Directs the commission to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary no later than September 15, 2027. Sunsets on January 2, 2028.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Oregon Government Ethics Commission (OGEC), a state agency responsible for overseeing ethical conduct in government, to conduct a study on public meetings, which are gatherings where government officials discuss and make decisions that affect the public. The commission must then submit its findings, which may include suggestions for new laws, to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly, the state's lawmaking body, that deal with judicial matters by September 15, 2027. This directive for the OGEC to study public meetings will expire, or "sunset," on January 2, 2028.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Rules (House)
Last Action
Referred to Rules. (on 02/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/HB4173 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB4173 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94285 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB4173/Introduced |
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