SB 5533
Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the Oregon Military Department for certain 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 Military Department for expenses during the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium. It specifies amounts for administration, operations, community support, and capital debt service. The bill also sets maximum limits on revenue and federal funds the department can use for specific purposes, while excluding lottery funds and certain federal grants.
Key provisions
- Allocates $14,234,224 to the Oregon Military Department for administration.
- Allocates $18,053,142 to the Oregon Military Department for operations.
- Allocates $1,532,203 to the Oregon Military Department for community support.
- Allocates $12,942,139 to the Oregon Military Department for capital debt service.
- Establishes maximum limits for payments from fees and reimbursements for administration, operations, and community support.
- Establishes maximum limits for payments from federal funds for operations, community support, and capital improvements.
- Declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect on July 1, 2025.
Who is affected
- Oregon Military Department
- State taxpayers
- Oregon residents
Notable changes
- Sets specific funding amounts for various departments within the Oregon Military Department.
- Establishes limits on revenue and federal funding sources.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of passing the Oregon Military Department budget for state fiscal years 2025-2027 emphasize the need for funding reenlistment bonuses, facility upgrades, and other support to ensure the department's readiness and strength. They highlight the critical role of the OMD in supporting local economies, with federal dollars having a regenerative effect on local communities. The submitter also emphasizes the importance of maintaining the Oregon National Guard's readiness and strength, ensuring continued service to the Governor, residents, and the US. Additionally, supporters stress the value of investing in reenlistment bonuses and updated training facilities to attract and retain qualified personnel, particularly in light of the $5 million investment proposed for this purpose.
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