] Provides that a pleading, an admission or a finding that criminal conduct constitutes a crime [ constitutes ] involving domestic violence is not an element of the crime for merger purposes. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Makes an owner and a direct contractor jointly and severally liable in a civil action for any unpaid wages owed to the unrepresented employees of the direct contractor and subcontractors at any tier. Provides the statute of limitations for actions regarding recovery for unpaid wages. Specifies that the joint and several liability provisions for unpaid wages do not apply to construction work relating to real property that is used as the owner's principal residence or real property with five or fewer residential or commercial units on a single tract. Clarifies that the Attorney General may accept the assignment of claims and bring civil actions in the name of the State of Oregon on such claims. Permits the Attorney General to adopt rules regarding the assignment of claims. Requires notice to be sent by certified mail that informs the owner and the direct contractor of the alleged violation and specifies the time period within which the owner and the direct contractor may correct the alleged violation. Creates a rebuttable presumption that, in any action for unpaid wages, the person performing labor on a construction project is an employee. Provides that the party claiming otherwise may rebut the presumption by establishing that the person qualifies as an independent contractor. Provides that an owner may bring an action against a direct contractor to recover damages for amounts paid by the owner. Requires subcontractors to provide certain payroll records and other information to the owner or the direct contractor, upon request. Provides that subcontractors shall provide certain payroll records to an authorized third party representative in certain circumstances. Permits the owner and the direct contractor to withhold payment to a subcontractor in certain circumstances. Clarifies that the owner or direct contractor may withhold payment in an amount and to the extent that the owner or direct contractor paid, on behalf of the subcontractor, wages owed to the subcontractor's employees.
Prohibits a management services organization[ , an individual who works as an independent contractor with a management services organization ] or a shareholder, director, officer or employee of a management services organization from owning or controlling shares in, serving as a director or officer of, being an employee of, working as an independent contractor with or otherwise managing, directing the management of or participating in managing a professional medical entity with which the management services organization has a contract for management services. Specifies what conduct constitutes ownership or control of a professional medical entity. Voids noncompetition agreements, nondisclosure agreements and nondisparagement agreements between certain business entities and medical professionals, with specified exceptions, and prohibits the business entities from retaliating against the medical professional for violating the void agreements. [ Punishes violations of specified provisions of the Act as an unlawful trade practice under the Unlawful Trade Practices Act. ] Voids and makes unenforceable agreements that violate prohibitions against management services organization control of professional medical entities and permits a professional medical entity or medical licensee to sue to recover an ascertainable loss of money or property as a result of the violation. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Prohibits a person that offers or sells goods or services online [ to a resident of this state ] from advertising, displaying or offering a price for the goods or services that does not include all fees or charges that a purchaser must pay to complete a transaction for the goods or services, other than taxes or fees that a governmental body imposes on the transaction , [ or ] reasonable charges that the person actually incurs to ship the goods or provide the services or a service fee that is calculated according to distance or a purchaser's selections . Specifies exemptions. Punishes a violation of the Act as a unlawful practice under the Unlawful Trade Practices Act. [ Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die. ].
Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution honors Andy Bromeland (1948-2024), a longtime Oregon public servant and Marion County Democratic leader, for his 52-year commitment to community and political service. It recognizes his career as a Certified Public Accountant with the Secretary of State, leadership roles in the Young Democrats of Oregon and Marion County Democratic committees, and creation of community programs like the Neighbor-to-Neighbor initiative. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Oregon legislature in June 2025, serves as a ceremonial tribute to his legacy and is presented to his family. It has no policy impact or legal effect, as it is a commemorative expression of respect.
Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution (HCR 36) honors Christine Chin Ryan, a Portland, Oregon resident and longtime advocate for small businesses, women, racial justice, and anti-hate initiatives. It commemorates her life and work, including founding Synergy Consulting, leading the Asian Pacific Islander Community Coalition of Oregon (APICCO), and serving as a mentor to youth leaders in Oregon's legislative community. The resolution was adopted by the Oregon Legislature on June 11, 2025, to recognize her legacy of community service and advocacy.
[ Provides that only a registered nurse may supervise a nurse in a school setting with respect to the practice of nursing. ] Allows [ an individual ] a school administrator or other staff member who is not a nurse to supervise a school nurse or registered nurse in a school setting for purposes not related to the practice of nursing. Prohibits an administrator or other individual from directing a school nurse or registered nurse in the practice of nursing.
Maddy summaryHB 2019 designates August 25 of each year as Oregon Adoption Day to celebrate adoptive families and raise awareness about adoption. It creates an annual state observance recognizing the bonds of adoption and encouraging more Oregonians to consider adoption, without changing adoption laws or providing new services. The bill declares an emergency to allow immediate implementation upon passage, making it effective May 22, 2025. This is a symbolic measure focused on awareness, not policy change.
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.
Prohibits the Oregon Health Authority under specified circumstances from requiring, as a condition of reimbursing the cost of the service, a primary care provider to order a covered care management service provided by a licensed registered nurse to a medical assistance recipient. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
