OR HB3048

Abolishes the Oregon Arts Commission and the Trust for Cultural Development Board on July 1, 2027, replacing them with a new Oregon Arts and Cultural Development Board (13 members) and Oregon Arts and Cultural Development Office established as a semi-independent state agency.

Transfers all duties, functions, powers, employees, records, and property from the abolished entities and the Arts Program of the Oregon Business Development Department to the new board and office.

The new board requires Governor appointment of 11 members with expertise in heritage, historic preservation, humanities, arts, and museums, plus one legislative member each appointed by the Senate President and House Speaker.

Grants the new office authority to make grants to cultural organizations, counties, and federally recognized tribes; acquire property; enter contracts; and manage the Trust for Cultural Development Account, with director actions over $25,000 requiring board approval.

Exempts the new office from most state procurement, personnel, and budget laws while requiring biennial reporting to the Governor and Legislature; the office's budget is not subject to Legislative Assembly approval but must follow a public hearing process.