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OR HB3479
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
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Commercial operators of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) must maintain liability insurance in amounts determined by the Oregon Department of Aviation, with public bodies exempt from this requirement
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Persons hiring drone operators must verify the operator has the required liability insurance coverage before engaging their services
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Civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation may be imposed by the Director of the Oregon Department of Aviation for non-compliance
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Insurers providing drone liability coverage must pay a 5% tax on gross premiums by April 1 each year to the Department of Consumer and Business Services
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Tax revenues will be deposited in the State Aviation Account to fund an advanced air mobility program at the Oregon Department of Aviation, with provisions becoming operative January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to insurance for unmanned aircraft systems; prescribing an effective date; providing for revenue raising that requires approval by a three-fifths majority.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025