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SB 26

Relating to environmental health.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Deb Patterson

Oregon SB 26 addresses environmental health matters but remains stalled in committee with limited public details on its specific provisions or intended impacts.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · SB 26

Legislative bill overview

SB 26 is an Oregon environmental health bill sponsored by Senator Deb Patterson that was introduced in January 2025. The bill was referred to the Energy and Environment Committee but specific provisions are not available in the public record provided. As of late June 2025, the bill remains in committee without advancement.

Why is this important

Environmental health legislation can affect air and water quality standards, public health protections, and industrial regulations that impact both community wellbeing and business operations. Oregon's status as an environmentally conscious state means such bills often receive significant stakeholder attention and debate.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: Without access to the bill's specific text, stakeholders cannot assess whether it strengthens or weakens existing environmental protections
  • Committee stall: The bill's placement "in committee upon adjournment" suggests it did not progress during the legislative session, raising questions about sponsor support or political feasibility
  • Scope uncertainty: "Environmental health" is broad and could address climate, pollution, toxics, or other areas with different constituencies and priorities

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

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