HB 3109
Appropriates moneys to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission for distribution to the Sustainable City Year Program at the University of Oregon.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill directs the Higher Education Coordinating Commission to provide funds to the Sustainable City Year Program at the University of Oregon. The program aims to support sustainability efforts within local communities by connecting students with relevant expertise at public universities. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect on July 1, 2025.
Key provisions
- Allocates funds from the General Fund to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission.
- Specifically directs funds to the Sustainable City Year Program.
- Designates the University of Oregon as the host institution for the program.
- The program’s purpose is to develop sustainability policy support for local communities.
- Funds are intended for use with students at public universities in Oregon.
Who is affected
- Higher Education Coordinating Commission
- University of Oregon
- Students at public universities in Oregon
- Local communities in Oregon
- Sustainable City Year Program
Notable changes
- Declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately.
- Establishes a specific funding allocation for the Sustainable City Year Program.
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Primary sponsors
James Manning Jr.
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Arguments in favor
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Supporters of the Sustainable City Year Program at the University of Oregon express strong enthusiasm for its transformative impact on students, communities, and local governments across the state. The program's project-based learning approach has successfully addressed real-world challenges through applied research and hands-on projects, with notable successes in Pettit Lake, Redmond, Medford, Hermiston, and other Oregon cities. Proponents emphasize the program's ability to foster innovation, effective governance, and community engagement, while also providing valuable practical skills and experience for students and future civic leaders. Many supporters credit the program with helping them find their purpose, develop a passion for public service, and prepare for careers in community planning and sustainability.
Source: Testimony Summaries
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