HJR 16

  • Oregon House Joint Resolution
  • 2025 Regular Session
  • Introduced in House Feb 11, 2025
  • House
  • Senate
  • Governor

Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to the office of Lieutenant Governor.

Abstract

Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to establish the office of Lieutenant Governor and places the Lieutenant Governor first in the line to succeed the Governor if the Governor's office becomes vacant mid-term. Establishes the duration of the term of office of Lieutenant Governor at four years, but provides that the first term of office, elected in the 2028 regular general election, is only two years. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.

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Jun 28, 2025

House

In committee upon adjournment.

Feb 12, 2025

House

Referred to Rules.

Feb 11, 2025

House

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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