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OR HB3872

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Christine Drazan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • In-person voting on election day becomes the standard method for conducting elections in Oregon, replacing the current vote-by-mail system
  • Voters must present valid government-issued photo identification (Oregon driver license, state ID, U.S. passport, or military ID) when voting in person or requesting a mail ballot
  • Electors unable to vote in person may request a mail ballot no later than 21 days before the election, with requests submitted in person or online and identity verification required
  • All ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on election day, eliminating the current provision allowing ballots postmarked by election day to be counted up to seven days later
  • The state will no longer pay postage for mail ballots, and the measure would be referred to voters for approval at the next general election, with changes taking effect January 1, 2028

Legislative Description

Relating to conduct of elections; providing that this Act shall be referred to the people for their approval or rejection.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules3/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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