Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 579: Relating to funding for fire stations; declaring an emergency.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 579 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to funding for fire stations; declaring an emergency. Primary sponsor: Lew Frederick (Democratic). 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.
Appropriates moneys to the State Fire Marshal for distribution to Central Douglas Fire and Rescue for certain purposes. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lew Frederick | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
“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 and be referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Natural Resources and Wildfire, then Ways and Means.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.