HB 3593
Requires the State Department of Energy to study the lower Deschutes River.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) to conduct a study of the lower Deschutes River. The study’s findings and any recommendations for new legislation will be submitted to the Oregon Legislative Assembly’s energy-related interim committees by September 15, 2026. The study is scheduled to conclude on January 2, 2027, at which point the bill will expire.
Key provisions
- The State Department of Energy must study the lower Deschutes River.
- The department must submit a report of its findings to the Legislative Assembly’s energy committees.
- The report is due by September 15, 2026.
- The study is subject to a sunset provision, expiring on January 2, 2027.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Energy
- Oregon Legislative Assembly (energy committees)
- Lower Deschutes River stakeholders
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