HB 3741
Authorizes a member-elect of the Legislative Assembly to recruit and hire legislative assistants to begin work on the first day of the month in which the member-elect takes the oath of office.
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Bill overview
This bill allows members-elect of the Oregon Legislative Assembly to hire legislative assistants before they officially take office. These assistants can begin working on the first day of the month the member-elect is sworn in. The hiring process must follow existing chamber rules, personnel rules, and human resources policies. The assistants are considered at-will employees of the legislative branch.
Key provisions
- Members-elect can recruit legislative assistants.
- Hiring must comply with chamber rules, personnel rules, and HR policies.
- Assistant appointments can begin on the first day of the month of the oath of office.
- Hired assistants are at-will employees.
- The bill takes effect 91 days after the end of the 2025 legislative session.
Who is affected
- Members-elect of the Legislative Assembly
- Legislative Assistants
- Oregon Legislative Branch
Notable changes
- Previously, legislative assistants could not begin working before a member was officially sworn in.
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Primary sponsors
Jeffrey Helfrich
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