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HB 2808

Relating to fees concerning wells; and declaring an emergency.

2025 Regular Session

Oregon law modifies well-related fees effective July 2025, with emergency provisions accelerating implementation without standard preparation periods.

Chapter 491, (2025 Laws): Effective date July 17, 2025.
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Bill Summary · HB 2808

Legislative bill overview

HB 2808 modifies fee structures related to well operations in Oregon. The bill was signed into law in July 2025 and became effective immediately, indicating the legislature deemed it urgent enough to bypass normal implementation timelines.

Why is this important

Well fees affect both individual property owners with private wells and agricultural/industrial operations that depend on groundwater access. Changes to fee structures can impact water availability costs, regulatory compliance expenses, and state revenue for water resource management programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee increase burden: Without seeing the specific fee amounts, properties relying on wells could face unexpected cost increases for permits, monitoring, or licensing
  • Agricultural impact: Farming and ranching operations dependent on well water may face margin pressures if fees increase significantly
  • Implementation timeline: The emergency declaration and immediate effective date (July 17, 2025) left minimal time for affected parties to prepare or adjust operations

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

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