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OR SB359
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Smith
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AI Summary
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Any person may file a complaint with the Department of Environmental Quality if they reasonably believe a homeless camping site is discharging wastes into state waters
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DEQ must investigate complaints and, if verified, remove homeless individuals from the site and clean up wastes as necessary to protect state waters
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Complaints involving discharges into surface waters used as municipal drinking water sources receive investigation priority
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Removals must comply with ORS 195.505, and DEQ may contract with local governments for removal and cleanup activities
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"Camping site" excludes established campgrounds where individuals camp according to owner-set terms; effective 91st day after 2025 legislative session adjournment
Legislative Description
Relating to the environmental impact of camping sites used by homeless individuals on the waters of the state; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025