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SJR 26

Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to sessions of the Legislative Assembly.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Daniel Bonham and 1 co-sponsor

Constitutional amendment proposal modifying Oregon Legislative Assembly session structure to alter how frequently and when lawmakers convene and conduct legislative business.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · SJR 26

Legislative bill overview

SJR 26 proposes a constitutional amendment that would modify how Oregon's Legislative Assembly conducts its sessions. The bill changes the structure or frequency of legislative sessions, though the specific mechanism requires examining the full text. This type of amendment requires approval by both chambers of the legislature and then passage by Oregon voters in a statewide election.

Why is this important

Constitutional amendments fundamentally alter the framework of state government. Changes to legislative session structure affect how often lawmakers meet, how much time they have to conduct business, and ultimately how responsive government can be to constituent needs and changing circumstances. This impacts the legislature's capacity to address crises, pass budgets, and respond to constituent demands.

Potential points of contention

  • Legislative capacity vs. cost: More frequent sessions increase legislative costs but may improve responsiveness; fewer sessions may reduce expenses but limit government's ability to address urgent issues
  • Constituent access: Changes to session timing affect how easily citizens can participate in the legislative process and advocate for their interests
  • Partisan implications: Session structure can advantage or disadvantage certain legislative priorities or political parties depending on the specific changes proposed

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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