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SB 47

Relating to obsolete activities of public entities.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kayse Jama and 1 co-sponsor

SB 47 allows Oregon public entities to eliminate obsolete programs and activities without separate legislative approval, effective January 1, 2026.

Effective date, January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary · SB 47

Legislative bill overview

SB 47 authorizes Oregon public entities to discontinue or eliminate activities, programs, or functions that are deemed obsolete or no longer serve a public purpose. The bill provides a streamlined process for government agencies to sunset outdated operations without requiring separate legislative action for each elimination.

Why is this important

Government agencies often continue funding and operating programs long after they've become obsolete or ineffective, wasting public resources. This bill enables more efficient government by allowing entities to modernize their operations and redirect resources toward current priorities, while also reducing administrative burden on the legislature.

Potential points of contention

  • Oversight concerns: The bill may reduce legislative scrutiny of which programs get eliminated, potentially allowing agencies to cut services without adequate public review or debate
  • Lack of transparency: Without clear public notice requirements, citizens and stakeholders may not know which programs are being discontinued until after decisions are made
  • Definitions of "obsolete": The bill's reliance on agencies to define what qualifies as obsolete could lead to inconsistent application or disputes about whether eliminations are truly justified

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

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