Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 689: Relating to rail; 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 689 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to rail; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Khanh Pham (Democratic), Chris Gorsek (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. 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 the Oregon Rail Department. Creates the State Rail Board. Transfers the duties and functions of the Department of Transportation relating to rail to the Oregon Rail Department. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khanh Pham | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 23 |
| Chris Gorsek | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Lew Frederick | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Mark Gamba | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
| Kevin Mannix | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Nancy Nathanson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
“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 Transportation, then Ways and Means.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.