HB 3756
Establishes the Task Force on Electromagnetic Weapons to study the usage of electromagnetic weapons in this state and identify gaps in Oregon law that need to be revised to address such usage.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Emergency Management, General Government, and Veterans
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a Task Force on Electromagnetic Weapons to study the use of these weapons in Oregon and identify any gaps in existing laws. The task force, comprised of experts in relevant fields, will investigate the issue and make recommendations for potential legislative revisions. The task force’s findings and recommendations are due to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly by December 1, 2026.
Key provisions
- Creates the Task Force on Electromagnetic Weapons.
- The task force will investigate the use of electromagnetic weapons in Oregon.
- The task force will identify gaps in Oregon law regarding electromagnetic weapons.
- The task force will recommend potential legislative revisions.
- The Attorney General will appoint 11 members to the task force, with expertise in electromagnetic weaponry, criminal justice, and mental health.
- The task force’s report is due to the Legislative Assembly’s interim committees by December 1, 2026.
- The task force has the authority to adopt rules for its operation.
- State agencies are directed to assist the task force.
Who is affected
- Criminal justice professionals
- Legislators
- The public (potentially, through future legislation)
- State government agencies
Notable changes
- The bill aims to address potential legal gaps related to the use of electromagnetic weapons.
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