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OR SB1589
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Golden
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AI Summary
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Lobbyists representing multiple clients concurrently must file notice with the Oregon Government Ethics Commission within three business days of agreeing to lobby on new legislative or administrative action, or taking a new position on any action
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Notices must specify the client's position on each action: support, support if amended, oppose, oppose unless amended, neutral monitoring, monitoring while seeking amendment, or monitoring with concerns
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Lobbyist-attorneys cannot invoke attorney-client privilege to avoid filing required notices
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Lobbyists must report total compensation received from each client subject to the notice requirements, filed according to existing reporting schedules
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Prohibits lobbyists from knowingly deceiving legislators about pending actions or representing adverse interests to a client without written consent; takes effect 91 days after the 2026 legislative session adjourns
Legislative Description
Relating to lobbying; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
3/6/2026