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HB 4091

Relating to the Oregon National Guard; declaring an emergency.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Andersen and 27 co-sponsors

Oregon legislature expedites National Guard bill through emergency procedures; specific impacts unclear from limited available action records.

Public Hearing and Work Session held.
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Bill Summary · HB 4091

Legislative bill overview

HB 4091 is an Oregon bill related to the state National Guard that has been declared an emergency measure. The bill passed its third reading on February 19, 2026, following a public hearing and work session. Specific details about the bill's substantive provisions are not available in the provided action summary.

Why is this important

National Guard legislation typically affects military readiness, personnel deployment, funding, or emergency response capabilities within Oregon. Emergency declarations indicate legislators believed the measure required expedited passage rather than following standard legislative timelines.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The emergency declaration and expedited passage procedures limit public review and debate compared to standard legislative processes
  • Unspecified scope: Without details on specific provisions, it's unclear whether the bill addresses funding, personnel policies, deployment authority, or emergency powers
  • Federal-state coordination: National Guard bills often involve complex federal-state relationships that may raise constitutional or jurisdictional questions

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

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