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OR HB2370

Bill

Status

Passed

7/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Maximum annual fee for public utilities paid to the Public Utility Commission increases from 0.45% to 0.55% of gross operating revenues derived within Oregon (minimum fee remains $10)

  • Telecommunications providers continue to pay fees up to 0.35% of gross retail intrastate revenue, with a minimum of $100

  • Fees fund the PUC's regulatory duties over public utilities and telecommunications providers

  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage rather than the standard 91-day waiting period

  • Passed House June 5, 2025 and Senate June 16, 2025; requested by Governor Kotek for the Public Utility Commission

Legislative Description

Relating to fees imposed by the Public Utility Commission; and declaring an emergency.

Last Action

Chapter 438, (2025 Laws): Effective date June 26, 2025.

7/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means6/9/2025
Transportation and Economic Development4/28/2025
Ways and Means4/4/2025
Climate, Energy, and Environment1/17/2025

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