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OR HB3739
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Alek Skarlatos
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from removing a dam in Oregon, notwithstanding any contrary provision of law
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Directs the Water Resources Department to encourage construction of 10 new dams in Oregon by December 31, 2030 (this provision sunsets January 2, 2031)
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Requires the department to compile lists of all dams proposed since 1900 that were never built, plus potential new dam sites, and report to legislative committees by September 15, 2026
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Repeals ORS 540.452 and removes it from the list of violations subject to civil penalties up to $2,000
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Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session
Legislative Description
Relating to dams; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025