SB 5510
Approves an increased fee adopted by the Construction Contractors Board.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
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(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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Support
20%
Oppose
80%
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill increases the fee for renewing construction contractor licenses in Oregon. Specifically, it approves a $400 renewal fee as adopted by the Construction Contractors Board and approved by the Oregon Department of Administrative Services. An emergency declaration allows the fee to take effect on July 1, 2025. This change is intended to support state financial administration.
Key provisions
- Increases the construction contractor license renewal fee to $400.
- The fee is approved by the Construction Contractors Board.
- Approval is granted by the Oregon Department of Administrative Services.
- The fee increase takes effect on July 1, 2025.
- The bill declares an emergency.
Who is affected
- Construction Contractors
- Oregon Construction Industry
- Oregon Department of Administrative Services
- Construction Contractors Board
Notable changes
- The bill modifies existing licensing fee structures.
- It establishes a new fee amount for license renewals.
Fiscal impact
The bill will increase revenue for the state through license renewal fees.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of SB 5510 argue that the bill is crucial for ensuring a level playing field for businesses, as it builds upon the Consumer Protection Commission's (CCB) efforts to improve customer service and update technology. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a competitive market while also acknowledging the need for cost adjustments to prevent financial burdens on small businesses. By supporting this legislation, proponents believe that consumers will benefit from enhanced protections and more efficient operations, ultimately driving economic growth and stability in the industry.
Source: Testimony Summaries
Arguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
Opponents of SB 5510 argue that increasing contractor fees will have a negative impact on the state's economy and competitiveness. They contend that this measure will lead to increased costs for businesses, potentially harming economic growth and disproportionately affecting small and medium-sized contractors, who may struggle to remain competitive with higher project costs. Furthermore, opponents believe that the fee increase will be passed down to clients, resulting in higher costs for homes and infrastructure projects, and that the justification for the fee increase should be thoroughly examined for tangible benefits. They also emphasize the need for transparency in how funds will be utilized and suggest that alternative funding sources should be considered to mitigate the negative effects on small construction companies and the broader economy.