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SCR13 • 2025

Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.

Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.

Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Senator Nash,, Representative Levy B, Senator Lieber,, Weber,, Representative Owens,, Smith G,, Walters,
Last action
2025-06-18
Official status
Filed with Secretary of State
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.

Digest: Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.

What This Bill Does

  • Digest: Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.
  • (Flesch Readability Score: 71.8).
  • Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.
  • Relating to: Designating the T-bone as the official state steak.

Limits and Unknowns

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Bill History

  1. 2025-06-18 Senate

    Filed With Secretary of State.

  2. 2025-06-17 Senate

    President signed.

  3. 2025-06-17 House

    Speaker signed.

  4. 2025-06-16 House

    Read as Special Order of Business. Carried by Owens, Ruiz. Adopted. Ayes, 52; Nays, 2--Cate, Tran; Excused, 6--Boshart Davis, Chaichi, Evans, Nguyen H, Osborne, Wallan.

  5. 2025-06-03 House

    Rules suspended. Made a Special Order of Business on 06-16 Calendar.

  6. 2025-06-02 House

    Recommendation: Be adopted.

  7. 2025-05-28 House

    Public Hearing and Work Session held.

  8. 2025-03-10 House

    Referred to Rules.

  9. 2025-03-06 House

    First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

  10. 2025-03-04 Senate

    Final reading. Carried by Nash. Adopted. Ayes, 30.

  11. 2025-02-27 Senate

    Recommendation: Do adopt.

  12. 2025-02-27 Senate

    Second reading.

  13. 2025-02-24 Senate

    Public Hearing and Work Session held.

  14. 2025-01-17 Senate

    Referred to Rules.

  15. 2025-01-13 Senate

    Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

Official Summary Text

Digest: Designates the T-bone as the official state steak. (Flesch Readability Score: 71.8).
Designates the T-bone as the official state steak.
Relating to: Designating the T-bone as the official state steak.
Current location: Filed with Secretary of State

Current Bill Text

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83rd OREGON LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY--2025 Regular Session
Enrolled
Senate Concurrent Resolution 13
Sponsored by Senator NASH, Representative LEVY B; Senators LIEBER, WEBER, Representatives
OWENS, SMITH G, WALTERS (Presession filed.)
Whereas the State of Oregon has traditionally recognized a variety of official state emblems as
tangible representations of the proud spirit and heritage of this state; and
Whereas Oregon has designated an official state nut, state beverage, state fruit, state vegetable
and even a state pie, but has yet to designate a state steak to recognize the vital role of beef cattle
in Oregon’s development; and
Whereas cattle have been raised in Oregon since 1824; and
Whereas cattle and calves were Oregon’s second-leading agricultural commodity in 2022, with
a total value of production of nearly $800 million; and
Whereas all 36 Oregon counties participate in producing cattle and have cattle within their
borders; and
Whereas Oregon’s reputation as a national leader in agriculture is well deserved, and beef has
contributed greatly to this proud legacy; and
Whereas Oregon ranchers are known for their respect for the land and their efforts to maintain
it for long-term cattle production; and
Whereas beef steak is a food that supports an active and healthy lifestyle, and it is a source
of such essential nutrients as protein, zinc, B vitamins, iron and riboflavin; and
Whereas the T-bone is a remarkable steak that features two distinct cuts of beef: the strip steak
(which packs a bold, beefy flavor and has a hearty texture) and the filet (which is renowned for its
exceptional tenderness and mild taste); and
Whereas there’s nothing quite like the mouthwatering smell of a T-bone sizzling on a grill, then
you get to eat it; and
Whereas an ideal way to enjoy time with family or friends is to share a meal that includes a
succulent Oregon T-bone paired with an Oregon baked potato or other local vegetables; and
Whereas embracing the excellent qualities of one steak does not diminish the value of other
steaks; and
Whereas due to the deep connection that beef has with the State of Oregon, and due to the
unique delectability of the T-bone, it fully deserves the honor of being our state steak; now, there-
fore,
Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of Oregon:
That the T-bone is the official steak of the State of Oregon.
Enrolled Senate Concurrent Resolution 13 (SCR 13-INTRO) Page 1
Adopted by Senate March 4, 2025
Obadiah Rutledge, Secretary of Senate
Rob Wagner, President of Senate
Adopted by House June 16, 2025
Julie Fahey, Speaker of House
Enrolled Senate Concurrent Resolution 13 (SCR 13-INTRO) Page 2