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SB856 • 2025
Authorizes officers and employees of the Oregon Racing Commission to place bets or wagers on certain race meets in the course of official auditing duties.
This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.
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Chapter 110, 2025 Laws.
Effective date, January 1, 2026.
Governor signed.
President signed.
Speaker signed.
Third reading. Carried by Walters. Passed. Ayes, 50; Nays, 4--Breese-Iverson, Evans, Reschke, Smith G; Excused, 5--Cate, Grayber, Nguyen H, Osborne, Wallan; Excused for Business of the House, 1--Speaker Fahey.
Rules suspended. Carried over to May 8, 2025 Calendar.
Rules suspended. Carried over to May 7, 2025 Calendar.
Recommendation: Do pass.
Second reading.
Work Session held.
Public Hearing held.
Referred to Commerce and Consumer Protection.
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
Third reading. Carried by Taylor. Passed. Ayes, 30.
Second reading.
Recommendation: Do pass with amendments. (Printed A-Eng.)
Work Session held.
Public Hearing held.
Referred to Labor and Business.
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
Digest: The Act allows people connected to the ORC to make bets on races as a part of an official audit. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.3). Authorizes [<i>members and staff of the Oregon Racing Commission, and family members thereof,</i>]<b> officers and employees of the Oregon Racing Commission</b> to place bets or wagers on certain race meets in the course of official auditing duties. Relating to: Relating to prohibited activities related to racing. Current location: Chapter Number Assigned