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R Oregon Senate · District 1

Sen. David Smith

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Total votes
5,984
all sessions
Attendance
96%
180 missed
Lower than 90% of chamber peers
With party
94%
of cast votes
Lower than 84% of chamber peers
Bipartisan score
5%
crosses aisle rarely
Near the chamber average
Sponsored
1,403
bills & resolutions
Higher than 78% of chamber peers
Committees
7
assignments
1,403 bills and resolutions

Sponsored bills

Total
1,403
Primary
707
Co-sponsor
696
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Primary HB 3814
Signed into law · Oregon House · Lead sponsor
Relating to seafood processors; and prescribing an effective date.

Authorizes the Environmental Quality Commission and the Department of Environmental Quality to allow for a mixing zone to meet bacteria water quality criteria in a permit applicable to a seafood processing facility. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Signed into law Jun 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor HB 3447
Signed into law · Oregon House · Co-sponsor
Relating to nitrous oxide.

Requires a business that makes retail sales of certain nitrous oxide canisters to verify the recipient is at least 18 years of age. Prohibits a business that makes retail sales of the nitrous oxide canisters through an online ordering system from completing the delivery of a nitrous oxide canister unless the business first verifies that the recipient is at least 18 years of age.

Signed into law Jun 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SB 1032
Signed into law · Oregon Senate · Co-sponsor
Relating to aerosol dusters that contain 1,1-Difluoroethane.

] Prohibits the retail sale of an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane to an individual under [ 21 ] 18 years of age. Allows the sale or delivery of an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane through an order pick-up or delivery system if the recipient is at least 18 years of age. Punishes a violation by a maximum of 30 days' imprisonment, $1,250 fine, or both. Requires an aerosol duster that contains 1,1-Difluoroethane to bear a warning label. Defines "1,1-Difluoroethane."

Signed into law Jun 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 2375
Signed into law · Oregon House · Co-sponsor
Relating to wind energy facilities.

] Requires a person who is developing or repowering a wind energy facility to apply to the Federal Aviation Administration and, if applicable, the Federal Communications Commission, for approval for the installation and use of [ a ] light-mitigating technology [ system ] systems and, if approved, install the [ system ] systems within 24 months or as soon as reasonably practicable thereafter . Prohibits a county or city from allowing or permitting a wind energy facility if the person seeking to develop or repower the wind energy facility does not apply for approval for the installation and use of light-mitigating technology systems.

Signed into law Jun 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SB 588
Signed into law · Oregon Senate · Co-sponsor
Relating to disability benefits under the Public Employees Retirement System; and declaring an emergency.

] [ Provides that post-traumatic stress disorder suffered by a police officer or firefighter is an injury or disease sustained in the actual performance of duties for purposes of benefits under the Public Employees Retirement System in certain circumstances. ] Requires the Public Employees Retirement Board to [ hold ] refer a contested case for a hearing requested by a police officer or firefighter who is denied disability benefits within a certain period of time. Provides that a member of the Public Employees Retirement System who is a police officer or firefighter is disabled if the member is mentally or physically incapacitated and unable to perform the work the member performed at the time the member became disabled, instead of unable to perform any work. Allows a disabled member of the system to receive certain earned income without losing disability benefits. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Signed into law Jun 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SCR 24
Passed · Oregon Senate · Co-sponsor
Recognizing and honoring Brian Edward Flowers for his service to Gresham and to this state.

Maddy summarySCR 24 is a concurrent resolution commemorating Brian Edward Flowers, a Gresham Fire Department firefighter who died in 2023. It recognizes his 15-year service, dedication to community safety, and impact on family and neighbors, including his son joining the department. The resolution expresses the Oregon Legislative Assembly's condolences to his family and formally honors his legacy. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy effect and does not change laws or regulations.

Passed May 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SCR 11
Passed · Oregon Senate · Co-sponsor
Recognizing and honoring the National Conference of State Legislatures on its 50th anniversary in 2025.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its 50th anniversary in 2025. It expresses Oregon’s legislative appreciation for NCSL’s work supporting state legislatures but contains no policy changes or binding obligations. The resolution does not affect any individuals, entities, or laws, as it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of honor. It has no practical impact beyond acknowledging NCSL’s role in fostering legislative collaboration.

Passed May 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Primary SCR 19
Passed · Oregon Senate · Lead sponsor
In memoriam: Leonard Warren Krug.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution honoring Leonard Warren Krug, a longtime Oregon resident and dedicated advocate for fishing communities who passed away in October 2024. The resolution recognizes his life, career with Pacific Power, volunteer work with Oregon Anglers Alliance and Oregon South Coast Fishermen, and his efforts to protect sustainable fisheries for future generations. It was adopted by the Oregon legislature in May 2025 and presented to his family as a tribute to his service. This resolution does not create new laws or policies - it solely expresses the legislature's gratitude and remembrance.

Passed May 22, 2025 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor HB 2978
Signed into law · Oregon House · Co-sponsor
Relating to natural resources.

Makes certain changes concerning a program to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions. Instructs the Department of Transportation and the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to establish an advisory group. Makes certain changes related to reporting on the program.

Signed into law May 20, 2025 1 co-sponsor
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