Rep. Willy Chotzen

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 3) formally recognizes and commemorates the history of Black drag in Oregon, specifically honoring Portland's Black drag community's decades-long contributions. It highlights key milestones, including the 1958 foundations of the International Court System, the first Black Rose Queen in 1969, the formation of organizations like ISRC in 1970, and modern figures like Poison Waters. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic, celebrating the community's role in building Oregon's vibrant LGBTQ+ cultural landscape. It directly acknowledges the historical impact of Black drag performers and events on state and national levels.

Provides that a motor vehicle manufacturer and an affiliate of a motor vehicle manufacturer must comply with the requirements of the state's privacy laws in controlling and processing personal data the motor vehicle manufacturer or affiliate obtains from a consumer's use of a motor vehicle, regardless of the number of consumers from which the motor vehicle manufacturer or affiliate obtains personal data. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Expands areas where a child care facility may be sited. Requires local governments to update their land use laws to comply within one year after the effective date of the Act.

Establishes a statewide goal for homeownership. Requires the Housing and Community Services Department to track goal progress [ as part of the Oregon Housing Needs Analysis ]. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Punishes a violation of the laws that regulate home solicitation sales as an unlawful practice under the Unlawful Trade Practices Act. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

[ Clarifies the meaning of "because of age" for purposes of employment discrimination law. Permits observing the terms of a bona fide seniority system or bona fide employee benefit plan when taking an employment action. ] Makes it an unlawful employment practice for an employer to require or request disclosure of certain information regarding age and attendance or graduation dates. Provides exceptions. Removes the provision allowing age limits for the purpose of selecting apprentices to bring such conduct within the scope of the unlawful discrimination statute. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Maddy summarySCR 31 is a ceremonial resolution commending Oregon's Legislative Commission on Indian Services (LCIS) for its 50th anniversary. It recognizes LCIS as the nation's first permanent state commission dedicated to tribal-state consultation, established in 1975 to advise Oregon's government on American Indian needs and foster communication between the state and Oregon's nine federally recognized tribes. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors LCIS's historical role as a forum for tribal-state collaboration without creating new programs or altering laws.

Provides that certain laws establishing crimes do not apply to the act of informing another person of the other person's civil or constitutional rights.

Maddy summarySB 548 raises Oregon's minimum legal marriage age from 17 to 18 years for all residents. It amends multiple statutes (including ORS 106.010 and 106.050) to remove exceptions allowing minors under 18 to marry, and repeals the prior exception (ORS 106.060) that permitted underage marriage with parental consent or court approval. The bill directly affects anyone seeking a marriage license in Oregon, requiring all applicants to be at least 18 years old without exceptions. This change eliminates all pathways for minors to marry in Oregon, effective January 1, 2026. The law applies uniformly to all marriages solemnized under Oregon law.

Establishes the Task Force on Removing Barriers to Jury Service. Directs the task force to submit a report to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, the Governor and the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than December 15, 2026. Sunsets the task force on December 31, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.