Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 514: Relating to the impacts of wildfire on water quality.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 514 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the impacts of wildfire on water quality. Primary sponsor: David Smith (Republican), Court Boice (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 the State Department of Fish and Wildlife and Department of Environmental Quality to study the impacts of wildfire on water quality of streams and tributaries. Directs the departments to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to water not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
| Court Boice | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 1 |
“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 Natural Resources and Wildfire, then Ways and Means.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.