Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2309: Relating to change of name.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2309 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to change of name. Primary sponsor: Kevin Mannix (Republican), Anna Scharf (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.
Requires an applicant for change of name who has been convicted of some crimes to prove necessity of name change by clear and convincing evidence. Removes provisions allowing a person to request an amendment of a record of live birth to change a name for the purpose of affirming gender identity without court approval.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Mannix | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Anna Scharf | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
“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.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.