OR HB3187

Prohibits employers, prospective employers, and employment agencies from asking job applicants about their age, date of birth, or educational attendance/graduation dates before completing an initial interview or making a conditional offer of employment

Allows exceptions to the age inquiry prohibition only when the information is needed to confirm bona fide occupational qualifications or comply with federal, state, or local law

Removes the previous exemption that allowed selecting apprentices based on their ability to complete training before age 70, eliminating this form of age-based screening

Amends ORS 659A.030 (unlawful employment practices) and ORS 654.062 (workplace safety discrimination complaints) to incorporate the new protections

Takes effect on the 91st day after the 2025 regular legislative session adjourns sine die