HB 3429
Provides that a state of emergency declared by the Governor terminates after 60 days unless the Legislative Assembly extends the state of emergency by joint resolution.
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Bill overview
This bill sets a limit on how long a state of emergency declared by the Governor can last. Unless the Legislative Assembly approves an extension, a state of emergency will automatically end after 60 days. Extensions are also limited to 60 days and can be renewed in 60-day increments until the emergency ends.
Key provisions
- A state of emergency declared by the Governor automatically ends after 60 days.
- The Legislative Assembly can extend the state of emergency by joint resolution.
- Extensions are limited to a maximum of 60 days.
- Extensions can be reauthorized in 60-day increments.
- The bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 401.204 to reflect these changes.
- The bill takes effect 91 days after the end of the 2025 regular session of the Oregon Legislative Assembly.
Who is affected
- The Governor
- The Legislative Assembly
- Oregon residents during declared emergencies
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific time limit (60 days) for state of emergency declarations.
- Requires Legislative Assembly action to extend the state of emergency.
- Limits the duration of extensions to 60 days.
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Primary sponsors
Jeffrey Helfrich
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