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OR SJR13
Joint Resolution
Status
Failed
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Smith
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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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