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OR HB3594

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jami Cate

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Full-time students enrolled in Oregon institutions of higher education may qualify as residents for purchasing hunting and fishing licenses, tags, and permits from the State Fish and Wildlife Commission, regardless of their actual state of residency

  • Qualifying institutions include public universities listed in ORS 352.002, Oregon Health and Science University, accredited private post-secondary institutions, and community colleges operated under ORS chapter 341

  • Students must provide satisfactory evidence to the commission demonstrating they reside in Oregon for the purpose of full-time enrollment

  • Amends ORS 497.006 to add "resident student" as a new category alongside existing residency exceptions for military members and foreign exchange students

Legislative Description

Relating to residency requirements under the wildlife laws.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water2/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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