HB 3229 Oregon House · 2019 Regular Session

Relating to Klamath river dams; declaring an emergency.

Summary

Repeals provisions of law related to collection of surcharge for removal of Klamath River dams upon failure of relevant parties to begin dam removal. Establishes Klamath Fish Habitat Enhancement Fund. Directs certain moneys collected for removal of Klamath River dams to be transferred to fund for watershed enhancement projects that serve to improve salmon and trout habitat near Klamath River dams. Directs certain moneys collected for removal of Klamath River dams to be used by PacifiCorp for activities related to compliance with federal regulatory requirements. Repeals, on January 2, 2021, the repeal of provisions of law related to collection of surcharge for removal of Klamath River dams removal if Public Utility Commission reports to Legislative Counsel and Legislative Assembly that dam removal began on or before December 31, 2019. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2019

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Governor

Introduced Mar 4, 2019 Last action Jul 1, 2019

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Committee

Jul 1, 2019

Lower · Passed

In committee upon adjournment.

lower

Mar 11, 2019

Committee

Referred to Natural Resources with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.

lower

Mar 4, 2019

Introduced

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors