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OR SB975

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kim Thatcher

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Certified participants in Oregon's Address Confidentiality Program (ORS 192.820-192.868) would be exempt from criminal background check requirements when receiving firearms through private party transfers

  • Individuals holding a driver license with a continuous traveler residence address would also be exempt from the private firearm transfer background check requirement

  • Amends ORS 166.435, which currently requires private firearm transfers to be completed through a licensed gun dealer who conducts a background check

  • Applies to firearm transfers occurring on or after the effective date of the 2025 Act

  • Sponsored by Senator Thatcher during the 83rd Oregon Legislative Assembly (2025 Regular Session)

Legislative Description

Relating to exempting certain private firearm transfers from the criminal background check requirement.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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