Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2173: Relating to controlled substance crimes; prescribing an effective date.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2173 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to controlled substance crimes; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Jeff Helfrich (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 28, 2025): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates the crime of using a controlled substance in an enclosed place in a manner that endangers another person. Punishes by a maximum of 364 days' jail, $6,250 fine, or both, or five years' imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both, for a second or subsequent conviction. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Helfrich | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 52 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Referred to Judiciary with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.