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OR SJR29
Joint Resolution
Status
Failed
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Khanh Pham
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 12, Article IV of the Oregon Constitution to reduce the quorum requirement for the Legislative Assembly from two-thirds of members to a simple majority (50% plus one)
- Allows a smaller number of members to meet, adjourn from day to day, and compel attendance of absent members
- Retains the existing penalty provision: legislators forfeit compensation if their house fails to organize within five days after achieving a majority
- Refers the proposed constitutional amendment to Oregon voters for approval or rejection at the next regular general election
- Sponsored by Senator Pham K with bipartisan co-sponsors including Representatives Gomberg and Sosa, and Senator Golden
Legislative Description
Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to the authority of the Legislative Assembly to conduct business.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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