SB 1059
Requires the Department of Consumer and Business Services to study needed exemptions from building code standards for workforce housing in certain areas of the state.
| Status | In Senate Committee (SHDEV) |
| Sponsors | David Brock Smith (Republican) (Chief) |
| Fiscal impact | May have fiscal impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Revenue impact | May have revenue impact, but no statement yet issued |
Bill Text
Requires a study of building code exemptions needed for workforce housing in certain areas of Oregon.
Overview#
Digest: Tells a state agency to study what code exemptions are needed for housing for workers. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Requires the Department of Consumer and Business Services to study needed exemptions from building code standards for workforce housing in certain areas of the state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to housing no later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
Legislative History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-18 | S | Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk. |
| 2025-02-18 | S | Referred to Housing and Development, then Ways and Means. |
| 2025-06-27 | S | In committee upon adjournment. |