SB 5501
Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office for biennial expenses.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
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(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allocates funds from the state’s general fund to the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office to cover its operating expenses for two years. The amount being appropriated is $1,685,088, a reduction from the originally proposed $2,101,205. The bill restricts funding sources to the general fund, excluding lottery and federal funds. An emergency declaration makes the changes effective July 1, 2025.
Key provisions
- Allocates funds from the General Fund to the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office.
- Provides biennial funding for the office's expenses.
- Limits funding sources to the General Fund.
- Excludes lottery and federal funds from the funding source.
- Reduces the appropriated amount from $2,101,205 to $1,685,088.
Who is affected
- Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office
- State taxpayers (through general fund allocation)
- Organizations served by the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office
Notable changes
- Reduces the amount of funding allocated to the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office.
- Specifies that funding must come solely from the General Fund.
Fiscal impact
The bill reduces the amount of funding allocated to the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office by $416,117.
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of Senate Bill 5501 agree that the bill is crucial for addressing systemic inequities faced by Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color in Oregon, as well as Latino/a/x communities. They cite chronic underfunding that hinders the effectiveness of the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office, which would be sustained through the appropriation of funds from the General Fund. Proponents argue that this funding is essential for promoting equity and justice for all Oregonians, with a focus on policy research, community engagement, and advocacy efforts to address disparities and promote inclusivity. By supporting SB 5501, advocates aim to bolster the commissions' ability to fulfill their mission and drive meaningful change in the state.
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