HB 3500
Provides that a city councillor may not seek reelection prior to the last election held before the expiration of the councillor's current term.
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Bill overview
This bill restricts city councillors in Oregon from running for reelection before the last election they were elected in. There is an exception for councillors who have moved from one district to another within the city and are eligible to run in a subsequent election before the end of their current term. The law will take effect 91 days after the end of the 2025 legislative session.
Key provisions
- City councillors cannot seek reelection before the last election they were elected in.
- An exception exists for councillors who have moved to a different district.
- The exception applies if the councillor has changed residency to become eligible for an election.
- The law does not apply to cities where councillors are elected by district.
- The bill takes effect 91 days after the adjournment sine die of the 2025 legislative session.
Who is affected
- City councillors
- Oregon voters
- City councils
Notable changes
- Establishes a restriction on when city councillors can seek reelection.
- Creates an exception for councillors who have changed districts.
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