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OR SJR13

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Smith

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Proposes adding Section 48 to Article I of the Oregon Constitution establishing a constitutional right for state residents to fish, hunt, harvest wildlife, and gather wild foods using traditional methods
  • Right would be subject to laws enacted by the Legislative Assembly and state agency rules promoting sound wildlife conservation and management
  • Declares fishing, hunting, harvesting wildlife, and gathering wild foods as a valued part of Oregon's heritage to be "forever preserved"
  • Explicitly does not abrogate public or private property rights or state sovereignty over natural resources
  • Refers the proposed constitutional amendment to voters for approval or rejection at the next regular general election

Legislative Description

Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to fishing, hunting, harvesting wildlife or gathering wild foods.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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