Relating to battery-charged fences.
HB 2135 allows battery-charged fences (electric fences powered by battery) on commercial and industrial properties not used for residential purposes. It requires these fences to use ≤12 volts, meet IEC safety standards, include a 5-foot non-electric perimeter barrier, and display warning signs every 30 feet. The bill prohibits local governments from banning such fences or imposing additional requirements beyond state standards on non-residential properties. This directly affects business and property owners in commercial/industrial zones, ensuring consistent safety rules across Oregon.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2025
Last action Jun 28, 2025
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Jun 28, 2025
Lower · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
lower
Jan 17, 2025
Committee
Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water.
lower
Jan 13, 2025
Introduced
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kim Wallan
RRepublican
Co
Bobby Levy
RRepublican
Co
Ken Helm
DDemocratic
Co
Mark Owens
RRepublican
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