SB 859
Allows local governments, and during emergency period allows Governor or certain agencies, to abate waste, graffiti and vandalism associated with homelessness and other factors.
| Status | In Senate Committee (SHDEV) |
| Sponsors | Kayse Jama (Democrat) (Chief) |
| Fiscal impact | May have fiscal impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Revenue impact | May have revenue impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Emergency clause | Yes |
Bill Text
Allows local governments and state agencies to abate waste, graffiti, and vandalism associated with homelessness and pass costs to solid waste ratepayers.
Sponsors#
Chief Sponsors: Kayse Jama
Overview#
Allows local governments, and during emergency period allows Governor or certain agencies, to abate waste, graffiti and vandalism associated with homelessness and other factors. Allows costs to be passed to solid waste collection ratepayers. Requires Oregon Department of Emergency Management to report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly on state expenses under program on or before September 15, 2024. Sunsets January 2, 2026. Declares emergency, effective on passage.
Legislative History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-02-07 | S | Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk. |
| 2023-02-09 | S | Referred to Housing and Development. |
| 2023-06-25 | S | In committee upon adjournment. |