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SJR32 • 2025

Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to provide that every person in Oregon shall have a right to access and use natural gas as an energy source. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.

Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to provide that every person in Oregon shall have a right to access and use natural gas as an energy source. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.

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Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Senator Bonham
Last action
2025-06-27
Official status
In Senate Committee
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. 2025-06-27 Senate

    In committee upon adjournment.

  2. 2025-01-21 Senate

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

  3. 2025-01-21 Senate

    Referred to Rules.

Official Summary Text

Digest: Provides for a right to access and use natural gas as an energy source. Requires voter approval. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.8).
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to provide that every person in Oregon shall have a right to access and use natural gas as an energy source.
Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Relating to: Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to natural gas.
Current location: In Senate Committee