Oregon · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4093: Relating to protections for persons with disabilities.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4093 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to protections for persons with disabilities. Primary sponsor: Travis Nelson (Democratic), Sara Gelser Blouin (Democratic), James Manning (Democratic), Farrah Chaichi (Democratic), Willy Chotzen (Democratic), Lesly Muñoz (Democratic/Working Families), Sue Rieke Smith (Democratic), Lamar Wise (Democratic), Lew Frederick (Democratic), Chris Gorsek (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 7, 2026): 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.
Directs the Bureau of Labor and Industries to create certain guidance and informational materials to assist employers and employees. Prohibits employers from denying an employee's request to have [<i>an authorized representative</i>] <b>a support person</b> accompany the employee in discussions concerning reasonable accommodation<b> subject to specific conditions</b>. Extends prohibition against discrimination in government services, programs and activities to local governments. Prohibits employers from using minimum physical requirements [<i>to screen out persons with disabilities</i>] <b>in a job posting without connecting the physical requirements to the essential functions of the job</b>.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 14 · Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Nelson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Sara Gelser Blouin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| James Manning | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Farrah Chaichi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Willy Chotzen | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
| Lesly Muñoz | Primary sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | House | 22 |
| Sue Rieke Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Lamar Wise | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 48 |
| Lew Frederick | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Chris Gorsek | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Tom Andersen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Shannon Isadore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Sarah McDonald | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Deb Patterson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Jules Walters | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“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 Ways and Means by prior reference.
- Recommendation: Do pass with amendments, be printed A-Engrossed, and be referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing scheduled.
- Referred to Labor and Workforce Development with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.