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SB 1038

Relating to standards of time.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dick Anderson and 10 co-sponsors

SB 1038 modifies Oregon's time standards, likely shifting permanent daylight saving time or standard time adoption, affecting state commerce and daily schedules.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · SB 1038

Legislative bill overview

SB 1038 addresses Oregon's standards of time, likely concerning whether the state observes daylight saving time or standard time year-round. The bill has passed third reading and is currently in committee, indicating it progressed through initial legislative stages but requires further committee deliberation before final passage.

Why is this important

Time standards affect business operations, school schedules, interstate commerce, and public health outcomes. Oregon has attempted multiple times to shift away from daylight saving time, making this a recurring policy issue that reflects broader national debates about time management and quality of life.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal compliance concerns: States must choose between standard time year-round or daylight saving time; permanent daylight saving time is technically prohibited under federal law unless a state opts out entirely
  • Economic and social impacts: Changing time standards affects business hours, school schedules, sleep patterns, and interstate coordination with neighboring states
  • Public opinion variance: Oregonians have shown divided preferences on time standards in previous ballot measures, making consensus difficult

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

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