HB 3683
Provides that a commission formed by local governments to replace a bridge crossing the Columbia River is a public body for purposes of the Oregon Tort Claims Act.
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies that a commission established by local governments to plan and oversee the replacement of a bridge crossing the Columbia River is considered a public body under the Oregon Tort Claims Act. This means that if any liability arises from the commission’s actions, the state can potentially seek compensation for damages. The bill amends the Oregon Tort Claims Act to specifically include these commissions.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘public body’ to include commissions formed by local governments for bridge replacement projects.
- Specifically incorporates ORS 381.702 to 381.755 into the definition of ‘public body’.
- Amends ORS 30.260 to explicitly include commissions related to bridge replacement.
- Applies the changes to claims arising on or after the bill’s effective date.
- Clarifies the definition of ‘Local public body’.
Who is affected
- Local governments
- Columbia River bridge replacement commissions
- Oregon Department of Administrative Services
- Potential claimants seeking compensation under the Oregon Tort Claims Act
Notable changes
- Expands the definition of ‘public body’ to include bridge replacement commissions.
- Creates a specific exception for bridge replacement commissions under the Oregon Tort Claims Act.
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Primary sponsors
Daniel Bonham
Jeffrey Helfrich
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