Creates income tax credit for teachers in rural schools. Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2020, and before January 1, 2026. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Modifies provisions regarding division of land by eliminating purchase requirement when land is acquired by provider of public parks or open space, or by not-for-profit land conservation organization.
Commends Mt. Hood Community College and Sandy River Watershed Council for collaborative work in improving fish habitat.
Directs Department of Education to conduct study related to reengaging into school persons who dropped out of public secondary schools. Directs department to submit report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly no later than September 15, 2020. Sunsets December 31, 2020. Declares emergency, effective on passage.
Establishes Task Force on Family Engagement in Education. Directs task force to submit report to interim committees of Legislative Assembly related to education no later than September 15, 2020. Sunsets task force on December 31, 2020. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Allows cause of action against patent holder or licensed manufacturer for genetically engineered organism present on land without permission of owner or lawful occupant. Allows court to award prevailing plaintiff costs, attorney fees and treble economic damages.
Allows student enrolled in program provided by school district or education service district to earn General Educational Development (GED) certificate to participate in interscholastic activities. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2019.
Requires Department of Human Services to complete investigations regarding applications for certificates to operate foster homes for care of children under 21 years of age no later than 120 days after department receives application. Requires Oregon Youth Authority to complete investigations regarding applications for certificates to operate foster homes for youth offenders no later than 120 days after youth authority receives application.
Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution lowering voting age from 18 years old to 16 years old. Refers proposed amendment to people for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.
Establishes Legislative Assembly Paid Internships Program to provide stipends to interns performing services in offices of members of Legislative Assembly. Provides that stipends to be offered are to be of equal value. Appropriates moneys to fund program. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2019.
