Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to specify that a section restricting certain banks does not prohibit the establishment of a bank owned or operated by the State of Oregon. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Maddy summaryThis Oregon joint memorial (HJM 2) requests Congress to change how veterans' health care is funded. Currently, funding depends on annual congressional appropriations (a "discretionary entitlement"), meaning it can be reduced or cut each year. The bill asks Congress to make veterans' health care a "permanent and direct entitlement," guaranteeing funding annually without needing new votes, similar to other established veteran benefits. This request directly affects veterans who rely on VA health care services, ensuring their access isn't subject to yearly budget decisions. It is a symbolic resolution, not a law, and does not change existing funding mechanisms.
Provides that a veteran must provide evidence of eligibility for veterans' preference in public employment at the time of application for a civil service position. Provides that evidence may include any documentation demonstrating preference eligibility. Modifies the law relating to interviews of veterans for vacant civil service positions. Provides that a public employer that does not interview a veteran must provide a written explanation of reasons for the decision.
Requires the Department of Corrections to study issues related to post-custodial workforce development in this state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026.
Requires the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to study the effect of sentencing types on recidivism rates. Directs the commission to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
Specifies that the laws governing the storage of the personal property of homeless individuals applies to personal property removed from a public camping site. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Authorizes a city or county to impose a public transit incentive surcharge on the amount of any fine for violation of the city's or county's motor vehicle parking code.
Requires the Department of Veterans' Affairs to report the amount of federal moneys the state receives for each dollar the state spends on outreach and programming for veterans and the amount of federal moneys received by service members and veterans in this state not later than December 1 of each year.
Maddy summaryHB 2912 establishes new requirements for high school teachers instructing dual credit courses (college credit courses taken while in high school). It mandates that these teachers complete at least 27 quarter hours of graduate-level coursework relevant to their subject, excluding career and technical education courses. The law directly affects high school teachers in dual credit programs and requires school districts to ensure compliance starting with the 2026-2027 school year. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.
Requires the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training to study fire service professional training standards. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of Legislative Assembly related to emergency management not later than September 15, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
