Relating to dams; prescribing an effective date.
This bill did not become law and its session has ended, so it can no longer move. It would have to be reintroduced.
- Stage
- Session ended
- Started in
- House
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Jun 28, 2025
What it does
Prohibits a person from removing a dam. Directs the Water Resources Department to encourage persons to construct 10 new dams in this state on or before December 31, 2030. Directs the department to compile lists of dams that have been proposed since the year 1900 and potential new dams. Directs the department to submit a report on the lists to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to natural resources not later than September 15, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Where it stands
This bill did not become law and its session has ended, so it can no longer move. It would have to be reintroduced.
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Committee (Current step)
Floor (Needs attention)
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Who is involved
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While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money in Oregon.