2024 Regular SessionOregon Legislature

SB1559: Relating to climate change; declaring an emergency.

Legislative Summary

This Act changes the state's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. The Act changes the term "global warming" to "climate change" in some laws. The Act declares an emergency and takes effect when it passes. (Flesch Readability Score: 68.4). Modifies state greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Replaces the term "global warming" with "climate change" in provisions related to the Oregon Climate Action Commission. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Bill History

2/5/2024
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
Senate
2/5/2024
Referred to Energy and Environment.
Senate
2/13/2024
Public Hearing held.
Senate
3/7/2024
In committee upon adjournment.
Senate