Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Department of State Police for biennium beginning July 1, 2023, to increase capability of department's forensic laboratories to conduct analyses of blood for controlled substances.
Imposes tax on use of electricity to charge battery of electric vehicle at rate equivalent to rate of license tax imposed on first sale, use or distribution of motor vehicle fuel. Confers administration of tax on Department of Transportation. Punishes violation of Act by maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution to require approval by majority of Senate of any pardon or commutation of felony conviction. Refers proposed amendment to people for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.
Creates rebuttable presumption that equal parenting time and joint custody are in best interests of child. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Requires person to review medical history and obtain written consent of parent or guardian before administering vaccine or immune product to child under 18 years of age.
Requires Public Utility Commission to investigate status of renewable projects in Oregon, including project failures. Directs commission to submit findings to interim committees of Legislative Assembly related to energy no later than September 15, 2024.
Eliminates statute of limitations for specified crimes when victim is under 18 years of age at time of crime.
Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution to limit ability of Governor to declare emergency or to exercise powers under declaration of emergency to only those powers granted by law and to 30 days' duration. Authorizes county governing bodies in counties subject to declaration of emergency to extend declaration of emergency in up to 30-day increments and to reduce powers that may be exercised under declaration of emergency in their respective counties. Refers proposed amendment to voters for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.
Increases penalties for assault committed against parks and recreation employees. Punishes by maximum of five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both.
Removes restriction on distribution of Student Investment Account moneys to virtual public charter schools.
