] Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the [ Oregon Department of Administrative Services ] Department of Early Learning and Care for distribution to seven entities to support the development of successful children in this state. Declares an emergency, effective July 1, 2025.
Establishes the COFA Shared Services Office to assist COFA citizens in applying for and accessing benefits and services. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
] Modifies what entities may receive restorative justice program grants. Establishes the Restorative Justice Grant Program Account and continuously appropriates moneys in the account to the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission for the grant program. [ Declares an emergency, effective on passage. ].
Requires the sentencing court to consider as mitigation evidence that the defendant was subjected to domestic abuse that was ongoing when the criminal behavior occurred and was a contributing factor in the criminal behavior. Provides that such evidence constitutes substantial and compelling reasons justifying a downward departure sentence. Authorizes the court to impose a lesser sentence even if there is a mandatory minimum sentence or a sentence otherwise required by law. Creates a procedure by which a person currently serving a sentence may petition the court for resentencing if the person was subjected to domestic abuse that was ongoing when the criminal behavior occurred and was a contributing factor in the criminal behavior. Establishes the Task Force on Services and Support for Incarcerated Domestic Violence Survivors. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to require a majority of each house of the Legislative Assembly to be present to conduct business. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Prohibits a person under 21 years of age from possessing firearms with specified exceptions. Punishes by a maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, a fine of up to $6,250, or both. Prohibits a person from transferring certain firearms to a recipient the person knows, or reasonably should know, is under 21 years of age. Punishes by a maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, a fine of up to $6,250, or both. Specifies exceptions.
Requires the Public Utility Commission to study energy. Directs the commission to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to energy not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator. Punishes by a maximum of 10 years' imprisonment, $250,000 fine, or both. Creates the crime of unlawful possession of a rapid fire activator. Punishes by a maximum of 364 days' imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both. Specifies exceptions for both crimes. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Maddy summarySB 471 would prohibit Class 3 electric assisted bicycles (higher-powered e-bikes) from operating on sidewalks, bicycle lanes, or bicycle paths in Oregon. This directly affects Class 3 e-bike riders, who would no longer be allowed to use these designated areas under normal operation. The bill includes one key exception: Class 3 e-bikes may use bike lanes only when powered exclusively by human power (e.g., while pedaling). The law aims to clarify traffic safety rules for e-bike use, aligning with existing regulations for other bicycle types and vehicle operations. (Note: This bill is pending in committee as of June 2025 and has not yet become law.)
Maddy summarySB 468 prohibits noncompete agreements in employment contracts for health professionals in Oregon, making such clauses void and unenforceable. This directly affects health professionals (e.g., doctors, nurses, therapists) licensed or certified by Oregon health regulatory boards. The bill ensures these workers cannot be restricted from seeking new employment within the state after leaving a job, removing barriers to career mobility. It does not apply to bonus restrictions or non-solicitation agreements, and requires specific conditions for enforceable noncompetes in other cases.
