Oregon · 2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
HJR 201: Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to primary elections.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HJR 201 is a joint resolution introduced in the Oregon House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to primary elections. Primary sponsor: Cyrus Javadi (Democratic), Paul Evans (Democratic), Jeff Golden (Democratic), Janeen Sollman (Democratic). It lists 6 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.
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to require that primary election ballots must contain the names of all candidates of any political party affiliation for specified offices. Provides that a registered elector in this state may not be denied the right to vote in any primary election in this state solely because that elector is registered as unaffiliated with any political party. Permits a political party to decline to participate in a primary election, subject to certain requirements. Designates a minor political party. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyrus Javadi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Paul Evans | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jeff Golden | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Janeen Sollman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Mark Gamba | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
| Annessa Hartman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 40 |
| John Lively | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Rob Nosse | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 42 |
| Hai Pham | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Khanh Pham | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 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.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Rules.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.