HJR 206

  • Oregon House Joint Resolution
  • 2022 Regular Session
  • Introduced in House Feb 01, 2022
  • House
  • Senate
  • Governor

Proposing amendment to Oregon Constitution relating to limitations on gubernatorial emergency powers.

Abstract

Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution to limit ability of Governor to declare emergency or to exercise powers under declaration of emergency to only those powers granted by law and to 30 days' duration. Authorizes county governing bodies in counties subject to declaration of emergency to extend declaration of emergency in up to 30-day increments and to reduce powers that may be exercised under declaration of emergency in their respective counties. Refers proposed amendment to voters for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.

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Mar 04, 2022

House

In committee upon adjournment.

Feb 01, 2022

House

Referred to Rules.

Feb 01, 2022

House

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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