SB 530

  • Oregon Senate Bill
  • 2023 Regular Session
  • Introduced in Senate Jan 09, 2023
  • Senate
  • House
  • Governor

Relating to natural climate solutions; prescribing an effective date.

Abstract

Establishes state policy regarding natural climate solutions. Establishes Natural and Working Lands Fund and provides for transfer of moneys from fund to certain state agencies. Prescribes uses of moneys from fund and requires Oregon Global Warming Commission to report to legislature on uses of moneys from fund. Directs State Department of Energy and commission to prepare inventory, baseline, activity-based metrics and community impact metrics for net carbon sequestration and storage in natural and working lands and establish carbon sequestration and storage goals. Directs State Department of Energy, in coordination with commission, to study workforce training programs needed to support adoption of natural climate solutions and provide results to committees of Legislative Assembly related to environment no later than September 15, 2024. Authorizes commission to appoint natural and working lands advisory committee. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Bill Sponsors (14)

Votes


Actions


Jun 25, 2023

Senate

In committee upon adjournment.

Apr 11, 2023

Senate

Referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.

Apr 11, 2023

Senate

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be referred to Ways and Means by prior reference. (Printed A-Eng.)

Apr 03, 2023

Senate

Work Session held.

Mar 29, 2023

Senate

Work Session held.

Feb 15, 2023

Senate

Public Hearing held.

Jan 14, 2023

Senate

Referred to Natural Resources, then Ways and Means.

Jan 09, 2023

Senate

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

Bill Text

Bill Text Versions Format
A-Engrossed PDF
Introduced PDF
Senate Amendments to Introduced PDF
SNR Amendment -7 PDF

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