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OR SB5505

Bill

Status

Passed

8/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Authorizes $2.34 billion in general obligation bonds for the 2025-2027 biennium, including $468.2 million for the LIFT Affordable Rental Housing Program, $251.8 million for the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project, and $120.9 million for public university capital improvements

  • Authorizes $5.12 billion in revenue bonds, with $1.3 billion allocated to Housing and Community Services Department pass-through bonds and $850 million for Department of Transportation highway user tax bonds

  • Allocates $550.3 million annually in private activity bonds for calendar years 2026 and 2027, with $450 million each year designated for affordable housing through Housing and Community Services Department

  • Requires contractors on public university capital projects exceeding $200,000 to employ apprentices for 15% of work hours, establish diversity outreach plans targeting 15% participation by women, minorities, and veterans, and provide health insurance and retirement benefits

  • Takes effect July 1, 2025 as an emergency measure, with conditions requiring environmental review completion and $1 billion federal financing for the Coos Bay Channel Modification project before bonds can be issued

Legislative Description

Relating to state financial administration; and declaring an emergency.

Last Action

Effective date, August 7, 2025.

8/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means6/27/2025
Capitol Construction1/18/2025
Ways and Means1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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