Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 656: Relating to energy; prescribing an effective date.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 656 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to energy; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Daniel Bonham, Noah Robinson (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.
Creates an income tax credit for energy production in Oregon. Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2024. Establishes the Task Force on Free-Market Energy Production. Directs the task force to review existing laws related to energy production in Oregon to determine how to ensure all forms of energy production are regulated equally, based on scientific analysis of risks and rewards posed by each form of energy production. Sunsets the task force on January 2, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bonham | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Noah Robinson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
“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 Finance and Revenue, then Tax Expenditures.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.