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OR SB689
Bill
Status
Failed
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Khanh Pham
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AI Summary
- Creates the Oregon Rail Department (ORD) as a new independent state agency to govern rail in Oregon, supervised by a director appointed by the Governor with experience in rail operations or management
- Establishes a seven-member State Rail Board appointed by the Governor with staggered four-year terms, required to meet at least quarterly, with appointments subject to Senate confirmation
- Transfers all rail-related duties, functions, powers, employees, records, property, and funding from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to the new Oregon Rail Department, effective July 1, 2026
- Requires the new department to promote and expand passenger and commuter rail service, increase ridership, and submit a report to the Joint Committee on Transportation by September 30, 2027 with recommendations for expanding rail service
- Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment of the 2025 legislative session, with operational provisions becoming effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to rail; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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