OR HB3780

Removes newspaper from the definition of "printing and writing paper" under Oregon's producer responsibility laws (ORS 459A.860 to 459A.975), exempting newspaper publishers from recycling program requirements

Eliminates the provision allowing newspaper publishers to pay producer responsibility organization membership fees through advertising services, leaving only magazine publishers eligible for this option

Requires any Department of Environmental Quality enforcement actions against newspaper or newspaper producers for violations occurring on or after July 1, 2025 to be stayed or dismissed if the bill takes effect after that date

Declares an emergency, making the Act effective immediately upon passage