OR SB1593

Operators offering sport, fitness, or recreational activities may require adults (18+) to sign liability waivers releasing the operator from claims of ordinary negligence before participation, equipment rental, facility use, or volunteering

Covered activities include hunting, fishing, swimming, boating, rafting, biking, camping, skiing, snowboarding, climbing, equestrian activities, hiking, outfitter guiding, ocean sports, motorized recreation, and fitness competitions

Operators cannot require release from claims of greater than ordinary negligence; overly broad waivers will be construed within the permitted limits

Oregon Business Development Department must study the recreation economy—quantifying economic benefits, assessing industry needs, and identifying challenges facing small businesses and nonprofits—and report to the legislature by December 15, 2026

Applies retroactively to releases executed before the effective date, except for claims with final judgments already entered; declared an emergency, effective immediately upon passage