HB 3263
Requires the State Forestry Department to establish the Western Oregon Regional Carbon Sink as a geographical area and take certain actions regarding the area on or before January 1, 2035.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Bill overview
This bill directs the State Forestry Department to create and manage a ‘Western Oregon Regional Carbon Sink,’ a specific geographical area for tree planting. The department must plant one billion shrubs or trees within this area by January 1, 2035, and designate portions for long-term harvest and forest resilience. A task force will be established to advise on the sink’s creation, which will sunset in 2026, and a subsequent advisory board will provide ongoing guidance. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect immediately.
Key provisions
- The State Forestry Department will establish the Western Oregon Regional Carbon Sink.
- One billion shrubs or trees must be planted within the designated area by 2035.
- At least 25% of the plantings must be designated for long-term harvest.
- At least 25% of the plantings must be designated for forest resilience and salmon habitat.
- A task force will be created to advise on the sink’s establishment.
- The task force will report its findings to the Legislative Assembly by September 15, 2026.
- A Western Oregon Regional Carbon Sink Advisory Board will be established.
- The advisory board will advise the department on managing the carbon sink.
Who is affected
- State Forestry Department
- Forestry Professionals
- Environmental Advocates
- Oregon Residents
- Salmon Habitat
Notable changes
- Requires a specific area for tree planting to sequester carbon.
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