HB4017 permits campaign contributions for security costs

HB4017 permits campaign contributions for security costs

HB4036 creates $100M affordable housing bond fund and reporting requirements

Oregon enacted HB4036 on April 7, 2026, establishing the Housing Opportunity, Longevity and Durability Fund with $100 million in Article XI-Q bonds for the 2025-2027 biennium. The Oregon Housing and Community Services Department (OHCS) will use these funds to preserve affordable housing at risk of loss. The law also requires OHCS to submit a report to Legislative Assembly housing committees by December 1, 2026, identifying legal and policy barriers to affordable housing production.

HB4075 Allows $44M Loan Guarantee for Rural Oregon Hospitals

Oregon HB4075 was signed into law on April 7, 2026, authorizing the State Treasurer to use up to $44 million from the Unclaimed Property and Estates Fund to guarantee loans made to rural hospitals for financial stabilization. The bill declares an emergency and takes effect immediately upon passage.

HB4057 Child Care Information Requirements and Background Check Review

Oregon HB4057 was signed into law on April 7, 2026, requiring the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) to provide standardized information about publicly funded early learning and child care programs to applicants and waitlist individuals for the Employment Related Day Care subsidy program. The law permits delegation of this responsibility to the Department of Human Services via interagency agreement. Additionally, DELC must review background check requirements for childcare staff working under state agency jurisdiction and submit recommendations to the Legislative Assembly by September 15, 2026.

Oregon HB4131 Mobile Pharmacy License Requirements

Oregon Governor signed HB4131 on April 7, 2026, enacting legislation that directs the State Board of Pharmacy to issue licenses to operate mobile pharmacies to qualified applicants. The bill establishes statutory requirements for mobile pharmacy operations and creates a new category of licensed pharmacy practice in Oregon. The Act takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die of the legislative session.

HB4116 - Oregon Consumer Finance Loans Opt-Out Federal Law

Oregon Governor signed HB4116 on April 7, 2026, enacting state legislation that opts out of certain federal consumer finance provisions under the Depository Institutions Deregulation and Monetary Control Act of 1980. The bill establishes which Oregon consumer finance laws apply to lenders and specifies licensing application requirements for entities making consumer finance loans in the state. The law takes effect 91 days following legislative adjournment sine die.

Oregon HB4132 - Veterans Employment, Suicide Prevention, and Services

Oregon Governor signed HB4132 on April 7, 2026, enacting comprehensive veterans' services legislation. The bill establishes a Veterans Employment Coordinator position within the Department of Veterans' Affairs, creates a suicide prevention and workforce training grant program with a $10 million funding goal, and increases the Veteran Educational Bridge Grant individual cap from $5,000 to $10,000. The department is directed to hire additional staff and distribute county veterans' service officer funding quarterly.

Oregon HB4144 - Battery Producer Responsibility and Recycling Program

Oregon enacted HB4144 on April 7, 2026, requiring producers of batteries or battery-containing products to join a battery producer responsibility organization and implement a collection and recycling program. The Department of Environmental Quality will administer and enforce the requirements, with civil penalties imposed for violations. A new Battery Producer Responsibility Fund is established to support program operations.

Oklahoma HB3499, courts jurisdiction, special judges, passed

Oklahoma HB3499 passed both chambers on March 11, 2026, modifying state court jurisdiction provisions regarding special judges and applications for court orders to issue titles. The bill received strong legislative support, passing the House 84-5 and unanimous Senate Judiciary Committee approval (7-0), with an effective date to be determined by the state.

HB3742 Due Process Protection Act - Criminal Procedure

Oklahoma enacted HB3742, the Due Process Protection Act of 2026, establishing new requirements for preliminary examinations and disclosure in criminal proceedings. The bill passed the House 86-0 on March 24, 2026, and received Senate Judiciary Committee approval on April 7, 2026. The legislation affects criminal court procedures and law enforcement practices in Oklahoma.