ORS § 399.420 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.420
399.420 Assignment and transfer of officers
Status: in_force

(1) Commissioned officers may be assigned, reassigned, transferred or detailed to and from units within the organized militia as prescribed by applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

(2) An officer must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the station to which the unit of the officer is assigned. The Adjutant General shall determine what constitutes a reasonable distance in all cases of doubt. [1961 c.454 §55]

Source: Section 399.420 — Assignment and transfer of officers; residence of officers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.120 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.120
403.120 Oregon Department of Emergency Management duties and powers
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall:

(a) Except as otherwise provided by law, adopt rules relating to the emergency communications system, as deemed necessary by the department.

(b) Plan, implement, administer, operate and maintain the emergency communications system required to fulfill the requirements of ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) .

(c) At the request of a 9-1-1 jurisdiction, act as an agent of the 9-1-1 jurisdiction for the purposes of purchasing and maintaining equipment and services required to conform to applicable laws and rules adopted by the department.

(d) Report biennially to the Legislative Assembly the progress made in implementing ORS 305.823 (Local government tax on telephone services prohibited) and 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) . The report must include:

(A) Financial information concerning the revenues collected, distributed and expended by state agencies and 9-1-1 jurisdictions for the purposes of complying with ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) ; and

(B) Account and subaccount balances.

(2) The department may enter into and administer contracts for goods and services related to the emergency communications system.

(3) The department may establish advisory committees and study groups to study and advise on:

(a) The planning and administration of public safety answering points; and

(b) Issues impacting the emergency communications system or individual public safety answering points. [Formerly 401.730; 2015 c.247 §9; 2021 c.539 §61]

Source: Section 403.120 — Oregon Department of Emergency Management duties and powers; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.165 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.165
403.165 Department to ensure compliance
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management may institute proceedings against a public or private safety agency, a 9-1-1 jurisdiction or other person to compel compliance with or to restrain further violation of ORS 305.823 (Local government tax on telephone services prohibited) and 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) or rules adopted pursuant to ORS 403.120 (Oregon Department of Emergency Management duties and powers) .

(2) Proceedings authorized by subsection (1) of this section may be instituted without official notice, hearing or order provided in ORS chapter 183. However, proceedings brought against a telecommunications utility must be brought before the Public Utility Commission as provided by ORS chapter 756. [Formerly 401.790; 2021 c.539 §65]

Source: Section 403.165 — Department to ensure compliance; proceedings authorized , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.275 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.275
399.275 Tuition waiver program
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section and ORS 399.280 (Eligibility) :

(a) “Eligible post-secondary institution” has the meaning given that term in ORS 348.180 (Definitions) .

(b) “Surviving family member” means a spouse or dependent of a member of the Oregon National Guard who is killed while in active service.

(2) Subject to the availability of funds, the Oregon Military Department may contract with the Higher Education Coordinating Commission to:

(a) Disburse to eligible post-secondary institutions the dollar amount of tuition waivers authorized by this section and approved for payment by the department; and

(b) Provide to the department a compilation of the total dollar amount of the tuition waivers approved for each academic term included in the contract.

(3) The department shall regularly provide to the commission the names of members of the Oregon National Guard and surviving family members for whom tuition waivers may be approved.

(4) Any member of the Oregon National Guard or surviving family member who registers for classes at an eligible post-secondary institution may receive a tuition waiver of up to 100 percent of the resident tuition charges imposed by that institution, except that in the case of a not-for-profit independent institution, the tuition waiver may not exceed 100 percent of the resident tuition at Oregon State University.

(5) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A member of the Oregon National Guard may receive the tuition waiver authorized by this section at any time if the member maintains satisfactory performance with the Oregon National Guard and pursues a course of study in the eligible post-secondary institution in a manner that satisfies the usual requirements of the institution.

(b) A surviving family member may receive the tuition waiver authorized by this section if the surviving family member pursues a course of study in the eligible post-secondary institution in a manner that satisfies the usual requirements of the institution.

(c) The member of the Oregon National Guard or surviving family member is responsible for payment of the balance of the tuition charges not provided for by the tuition waiver program.

(6) When determining to whom the tuition waivers shall be granted, priority shall be given to those members of the Oregon National Guard who have previously received tuition waivers while serving in the Oregon National Guard and surviving family members who have previously received tuition waivers.

(7) The department shall apply qualifications and limitations to the tuition waiver program that are consistent with efficient and effective program management as determined by the Adjutant General. [1995 c.158 §1; 1997 c.67 §3; 2001 c.139 §1; 2005 c.200 §1; 2011 c.637 §266; 2013 c.747 §157; 2023 c.122 §8]

Source: Section 399.275 — Tuition waiver program; amount of waiver; qualifications; priority , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.522 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.522
403.522 Boundaries of zones for district board members
Status: in_force

(1) The district board of a radio and data district shall adjust zones established within a district as necessary to make them as nearly equal in population as is feasible according to the latest federal census. The district board also shall adjust boundaries of zones as necessary to reflect boundary changes of the district.

(2) For purposes of ad valorem property taxation, a district change must be filed in final approved form with the county assessor and the Department of Revenue as provided in ORS 308.225 (Boundary changes) . [2009 c.584 §10]

Source: Section 403.522 — Boundaries of zones for district board members; adjustment for population and district boundary changes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.230 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.230
403.230 Application of other laws
Status: in_force

(1) Unless the context requires otherwise, the provisions of ORS chapters 305, 314 and 316 as to the audit and examination of reports and returns, determination of deficiencies, assessments, claims for refunds, penalties, interest, jeopardy assessments, warrants, conferences and appeals to the Oregon Tax Court, and procedures relating thereto, apply to ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) the same as if the tax were a tax imposed upon or measured by net income. The provisions apply to the consumer or subscriber liable for the tax and to the provider or seller required to collect the tax. As to any amount collected and required to be remitted to the Department of Revenue, the tax is considered a tax upon the provider or seller required to collect the tax and that provider or seller is considered a taxpayer.

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 314.835 (Divulging particulars of returns and reports prohibited) and 314.840 (Disclosure of information) , the Department of Revenue may disclose information received under ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) to the Public Utility Commission to carry out the provisions of chapter 290, Oregon Laws 1987.

(3) The Public Utility Commission may disclose information obtained pursuant to chapter 290, Oregon Laws 1987, to the Department of Revenue to administer the tax imposed under ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) . [Formerly 401.804; 2014 c.59 §8]

Source: Section 403.230 — Application of other laws , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.425 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.425
403.425 Use of 2-1-1 system by state agencies providing health and human services
Status: in_force

Before a state agency that provides health and human services establishes a new public information hotline, the state agency shall consult with the Department of Human Services about using the 2-1-1 system to provide public access to the information. [Formerly 401.292; 2021 c.111 §7]

Source: Section 403.425 — Use of 2-1-1 system by state agencies providing health and human services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 402.015 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 402 / Section 402.015
402.015 Mutual use of supplies and services
Status: in_force

In carrying out the provisions of ORS chapter 401, the Governor and the executive officers or governing bodies of the counties and cities may request and utilize the services, equipment, supplies and facilities of existing departments, offices and agencies of the state and of local governments. The officers and personnel of all local government departments, offices and agencies may cooperate with, and extend such services and facilities to the Governor, to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management and to emergency management agencies and emergency service agencies upon request. [Formerly 401.490; 2021 c.539 §57]

Source: Section 402.015 — Mutual use of supplies and services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors402.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 402.250 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 402 / Section 402.250
402.250 Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement
Status: in_force

The Governor shall participate on behalf of the State of Oregon with other governments legally joining in the compact in forms substantially as follows:

(1)

Article I

Whereas the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement is between the government of the State of Alaska, the government of the State of Idaho, the government of the State of Oregon, the government of the State of Washington, the government of the Province of British Columbia and the Yukon Government hereinafter referred to collectively as the signatories and separately as a signatory; and

Whereas the signatories recognize the importance of comprehensive and coordinated civil emergency preparedness, response and recovery measures for natural and technological emergencies or disasters and for declared or undeclared hostilities including enemy attack; and

Whereas the signatories further recognize the benefits of coordinating their separate emergency preparedness, response and recovery measures with those of contiguous jurisdictions for those emergencies, disasters or hostilities affecting or potentially affecting any one or more of the signatories in the Pacific Northwest; and

Whereas the signatories further recognize that regionally based emergency preparedness, response and recovery measures will benefit all jurisdictions within the Pacific Northwest, and best serve their respective national interests in cooperative and coordinated emergency preparedness as facilitated by the Consultative Group on Comprehensive Civil Emergency and Management established in the Agreement Between the government of the United States of America and the government of Canada on Cooperation and Comprehensive Civil Emergency Planning and Management signed at Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on April 28, 1986; now, therefore,

It is hereby agreed by and between each and all of the signatories hereto as follows:

Article II - Advisory Committee

(1) An advisory committee named the Western Regional Emergency Management Advisory Committee (W-REMAC) shall be established which will include one member appointed by each signatory.

(2) The W-REMAC will be guided by the agreed-upon Terms of Reference-Annex A.

Article III - Principles of Cooperation

Subject to the laws of each signatory, the following cooperative principles are to be used as a guide by the signatories in civil emergency matters that may affect more than one signatory:

(1) The authorities of each signatory may seek the advice, cooperation or assistance of any other signatory in any civil emergency matter.

(2) Nothing in the arrangement shall derogate from the applicable laws within the jurisdiction of any signatory. However, the authorities of any signatory may request from the authorities of any other signatory appropriate alleviation of such laws if their normal application might lead to delay or difficulty in the rapid execution of necessary civil emergency measures.

(3) Each signatory will use its best efforts to facilitate the movement of evacuees, refugees, civil emergency personnel, equipment or other resources into or across its territory or to a designated staging area when it is agreed that such movement or staging will facilitate civil emergency operations by the affected or participating signatories.

(4) In times of emergency, each signatory will use its best efforts to ensure that the citizens or residents of any other signatory present in its territory are provided emergency health services and emergency social services in a manner no less favorable than those provided to its own citizens.

(5) Each signatory will use discretionary power as far as possible to avoid levy of any tax, tariff, business license or user fees on the services, equipment and supplies of any other signatory that is engaged in civil emergency activities in the territory of another signatory and will use its best efforts to encourage local governments or other jurisdictions within its territory to do likewise.

(6) When civil emergency personnel, contracted firms or personnel, vehicles, equipment or other services from any signatory are made available to or are employed to assist any other signatory, all providing signatories will use best efforts to ensure that charges, levies or costs for such use or assistance will not exceed those paid for similar use of such resources within their own territory.

(7) The signatories will exchange contact lists, warning and notification plans and selected emergency plans and will call to the attention of their respective local governments and other jurisdictional authorities in areas adjacent to intersignatory boundaries the desirability of compatibility of civil emergency plans and the exchange of contact lists, warning and notification plans and selected emergency plans.

(8) The authority of any signatory conducting an exercise will ensure that all other signatories are provided an opportunity to observe, and/or participate in such exercises.

Article IV - Comprehensive Nature

This document is a comprehensive arrangement on civil emergency planning and management. To this end and from time to time as necessary, all signatories shall:

(1) Review and exchange their respective contact lists, warning and notification plans and selected emergency plans; and

(2) As appropriate, provide such plans and procedures to local governments and other emergency agencies within their respective territories.

Article V - Arrangement Not Exclusive

This is not an exclusive arrangement and shall not prevent or limit other civil emergency arrangements of any nature between signatories to this arrangement. In the event of any conflicts between the provisions of this arrangement and any other arrangement regarding emergency service entered into by two or more states of the United States that are signatories to this arrangement, the provisions of that other arrangement shall apply, with respect to the obligations of those states to each other, and not the conflicting provisions of this arrangement.

Article VI - Amendments

This arrangement and the Annex may be amended (and additional annexes may be added) by arrangement of the signatories.

Article VII - Cancellation or Substitution

Any signatory to this arrangement may withdraw from or cancel their participation in this arrangement by giving 60 days’ written notice in advance of this effective date to all other signatories.

Article VIII - Authority

All signatories to this arrangement warrant they have the power and capacity to accept, execute and deliver this arrangement.

Article IX - Effective Date

Notwithstanding any dates noted elsewhere, this arrangement shall commence April 1, 1996.

(2)

(1) PURPOSE. Regional Emergency Management Advisory Committees (REMACs) are established to promote emergency management coordination and preparedness at regional levels and to complement the work of the Can/US Consultative Group.

(2) MANDATE. REMACs:

(a) Provide a forum where members and guests can raise issues and receive advice on emergency preparedness matters.

(b) Encourage and support preparation and exercising of emergency plans for all members.

(c) Will serve as regional links to the Can/US Consultative Group.

(3) NUMBER OF COMMITTEES. Four REMACs are established to cover the following areas:

(a) Eastern REMAC:

(A) In Canada: Regions/Provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Quebec.

(B) In U.S.A.: FEMA Regions I and II, States of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York.

(b) Central REMAC:

(A) In Canada: Regions/Provinces of Quebec and Ontario.

(B) In U.S.A.: FEMA Regions II and V, States of New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota.

(c) Prairies REMAC:

(A) In Canada: Regions/Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

(B) In U.S.A.: FEMA Region VIII, States of Minnesota, North Dakota and Montana.

(d) Western REMAC:

(A) In Canada: Regions/Provinces/Territories of British Columbia and Yukon.

(B) In U.S.A.: FEMA Region X, States of Washington, Idaho, Oregon and Alaska.

(3)

Article I - Purpose and Authorities

(1) The governments of the State of Alaska, the State of Idaho, the State of Oregon, the State of Washington and the Province of British Columbia and the Yukon Government are signatories to the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement, hereinafter referred to as PNEMA. Article VI of PNEMA provides: “This Arrangement and the Annex may be amended (and additional Annexes may be added) by arrangement of the signatories.” Pursuant to Article VI of PNEMA, the undersigned signatories hereby enter into this arrangement, which may be designated as the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement Implementing Procedures or Annex B to PNEMA.

(2) This arrangement is made and entered into by and among the signatories that enact or adopt this arrangement. For the purpose of this arrangement, the term “signatories” may include any or all of:

(a) The States of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, the Province of British Columbia and the Yukon Government, all of which entered into PNEMA in 1996-1997; and

(b) Other states, provinces and territories as may hereafter become signatories to PNEMA and this arrangement.

(3) The purpose of this arrangement is to provide for the possibility of mutual assistance among the signatories entering into this arrangement in managing an emergency or disaster when the affected signatory or signatories ask for assistance, whether arising from a natural disaster, accidental or intentional events or the civil emergency aspects of resources shortages.

(4) This arrangement also provides for the process of planning mechanisms among the agencies responsible and for mutual cooperation, including, if need be, emergency-related exercises, testing or other training activities using equipment and personnel simulating performance of any aspect of the giving and receiving of aid by signatories or subdivisions of signatories during emergencies, with such actions occurring outside actual declared emergency periods. Mutual assistance in this arrangement may include the use of emergency forces by mutual agreement among signatories.

(5) “Emergency forces” include but are not limited to police forces, security forces, fire-rescue, including Hazardous Materials and Urban Search and Rescue Teams, and emergency medical and emergency management services.

(6) The purpose of these implementing procedures is to provide specific procedures, agreed to by the signatories, for implementing PNEMA. The signatories acknowledge that the signatory states of the United States (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington) have adopted the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). Nothing in PNEMA or these implementing procedures shall supersede EMAC.

Article II - General Implementation

(1) Each signatory entering into this arrangement recognizes that emergencies may exceed the capability of a signatory and that intergovernmental cooperation is essential in those circumstances. Each signatory further recognizes that there may be emergencies that require immediate access to outside resources and that procedures need to be in place to request outside resources to make a prompt and effective response to the emergencies because few, if any, individual signatories have all the resources they need in all types of emergencies or the capability of delivering resources to areas where emergencies exist.

(2) The prompt, full and effective utilization of resources of the signatories, including any resources on hand or available from any other source that are essential to the safety, care and welfare of the people in the event of any emergency or disaster, will be the underlying principle on which the articles of this arrangement are understood.

(3) On behalf of the signatories, the legally designated official who is assigned responsibility for emergency management is responsible for formulation of the appropriate intersignatory mutual aid plans and procedures necessary to implement this arrangement and for recommendations to the signatories concerned with respect to the amendment of statutes, regulations or ordinances for that purpose.

Article III - Signatory Responsibilities

(1) Each signatory will formulate procedural plans and programs for each intersignatory cooperation area listed in this section. In formulating and implementing the plans and programs the signatories, to the extent practical, shall:

(a) Review individual signatory hazards analyses that are available and, to the extent reasonably possible, determine all the potential emergencies the signatories might jointly suffer, whether due to a natural disaster, an accidental or intentional event or the emergency aspects of resource shortages;

(b) Initiate a process to review the signatories’ individual emergency plans and develop a plan that will determine the mechanism for the intersignatory cooperation;

(c) Develop intersignatory procedures to fill identified gaps and to resolve identified inconsistencies or overlaps in existing or developed plans;

(d) Assist in warning communities adjacent to or crossing signatory boundaries;

(e) Protect and ensure delivery of services, medicines, water, food, energy and fuel, search and rescue and critical lifeline equipment, services and resources, both human and material, to the extent authorized by law;

(f) Inventory and agree upon procedures for the intersignatory loan and delivery of human and material resources, together with procedures for reimbursement or forgiveness; and

(g) Provide, to the extent authorized by law, for temporary suspension of statutes or ordinances that impede the implementation of the responsibilities described in this subsection.

(2) The authorized representative of a signatory may request assistance of another signatory by contacting its authorized representative. These provisions apply only to requests for assistance made by and to authorized representatives. Requests may be oral or in writing. The authorized representative of a signatory will confirm their verbal request in writing within 15 days. Requests must provide the following information:

(a) A description of the emergency service function for which assistance is needed and of the mission or missions, including but not limited to fire services, emergency medical, transportation, communications, public works and engineering, building inspection, planning and information assistance, mass care, resource support, health and medical services and search and rescue;

(b) The amount and type of personnel, equipment, materials and supplies needed and a reasonable estimate of the length of time they will be needed; and

(c) The specific place and time for staging of the assisting party’s response and a point of contact at the location.

(3) There will be frequent consultation among the signatories’ officials who have assigned emergency management responsibilities, the officials collectively known hereinafter as the International Emergency Management Group, and other appropriate representatives of the signatory with free exchange of information, plans and resource records relating to emergency capabilities to the extent authorized by law.

Article IV - Limitation

(1) A signatory requested to render mutual aid or conduct exercises and training for mutual aid will respond as soon as possible, except that it is understood that the signatory rendering aid may withhold or recall resources to the extent necessary to provide reasonable protection for itself. To the extent authorized by law, each signatory will afford to the personnel of the emergency forces of any other signatory while operating within its signatory limits under the terms and conditions of this arrangement and under the operational control of an officer of the requesting signatory the same treatment as is afforded similar or like forces of the signatory in which they are performing emergency services.

(2) Emergency forces continue under the command and control of their regular leaders, but the organizational units come under the operational control of the emergency services authorities of the signatory receiving assistance. These conditions may be activated, as needed, by the signatory that is to receive assistance or upon commencement of exercises or training for mutual aid and continue as long as the exercises or training for mutual aid are in progress, the emergency or disaster remains in effect or loaned resources remain in the receiving signatory or signatories, whichever is longer. The receiving signatory is responsible for informing the assisting signatory when services will no longer be required.

Article V - Licenses and Permits

Whenever a person holds a license, certificate or other permit issued by a signatory to the arrangement evidencing the meeting of qualifications for professional, mechanical or other skills, and when such assistance is requested by the receiving signatory, the person is deemed to be licensed, certified or permitted by the signatory requesting assistance to render aid involving the skill to meet an emergency or disaster, to the extent allowed by law and subject to limitations and conditions as the requesting signatory prescribes by executive order or otherwise.

Article VI - Liability

A person or entity of a signatory rendering aid in another signatory pursuant to this arrangement is considered an agent of the requesting signatory for tort liability and immunity purposes. A person or entity of a signatory rendering aid in another signatory pursuant to this arrangement is not liable on account of an act or omission of good faith on the part of such forces while so engaged or on account of the maintenance or use of equipment or supplies in connection therewith. “Good faith” in this article does not include willful misconduct, gross negligence or recklessness.

Article VII - Supplementary Agreements

Because it is probable that the pattern and detail of the provision for mutual aid among two or more signatories may differ from that among the signatories that are party to this arrangement, this contains elements of a broad base common to all signatories, and nothing in this arrangement precludes a signatory from entering into supplementary agreements with another signatory or affects any other agreements already in force among signatories. Supplementary agreements may include, but are not limited to, provisions for evacuation and reception of injured and other persons and the exchange of medical, fire, public utility, reconnaissance, welfare, transportation and communications personnel, equipment and supplies.

Article VIII - Workers’ Compensation and Death Benefits

Each signatory shall provide, in accordance with its own laws, for the payment of workers’ compensation and death benefits to injured members of the emergency forces of that signatory and to representatives of deceased members of those forces if the members sustain injuries or are killed while rendering aid to another signatory pursuant to this arrangement, in the same manner and on the same terms as if the injury or death were sustained within their own jurisdiction.

Article IX - Reimbursement

A signatory rendering aid to another signatory pursuant to this arrangement shall, if requested, be reimbursed by the signatory receiving the aid for loss or damage to or expense incurred in the operation of equipment and the provision of service in answering a request for aid and for the costs incurred in connection with the request. An aiding signatory may assume in whole or in part loss, damage, expense or other cost or may loan equipment or donate services to the receiving signatory without charge or cost. Any two or more signatories may enter into supplementary agreements establishing a different allocation of costs among those signatories. Benefits under Article VIII of this arrangement are not reimbursable under this section.

Article X - Evacuation

Each signatory shall initiate a process to prepare and maintain plans to facilitate the movement of and reception of evacuees into its territory or across its territory, according to its capabilities and powers. The signatory from which the evacuees came shall assume the ultimate responsibility for the support of the evacuees and, after the termination of the emergency, for the repatriation of the evacuees.

Article XI - Implementation

(1) This arrangement is effective upon its execution or adoption by any two signatories, and is effective as to any other signatory upon its execution or adoption by that signatory, subject to approval or authorization by the United States Congress, if required, and subject to enactment of national, state, provincial or territorial legislation that may be required for the effectiveness of this arrangement.

(2) A signatory may withdraw from this arrangement, but the withdrawal does not take effect until 30 days after the governor or premier of the withdrawing signatory has given notice in writing of the withdrawal to the governors or premiers of all other signatories. The action does not relieve the withdrawing signatory from obligations assumed under this arrangement prior to the effective date of withdrawal.

(3) Duly authenticated copies of this arrangement in the French and English languages and of supplementary agreements as may be entered into shall, at the time of their approval, be deposited with each of the signatories.

Article XII - Severability

This arrangement is construed so as to effectuate the purposes stated in Article I of this arrangement. If a provision of this arrangement is declared unconstitutional or invalid or inapplicable to any person or circumstances, the validity of the remainder of this arrangement to that person or circumstances and the applicability of this arrangement to other persons and circumstances are not affected.

Article XIII - Inconsistency of Language

The validity of this arrangement and agreements consented to in this arrangement shall not be affected by insubstantial difference in form or language as may be adopted by the various states, provinces and territories.

[2008 c.25 §2]

Source: Section 402.250 — Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors402.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.085 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.085
399.085 Credit for active federal service
Status: in_force

For all purposes under this chapter and ORS chapters 396 and 398, members of the organized militia who enter and serve in the active military service of the United States in time of war under a call or order by the President or who enter and serve on active duty in the military service of the United States in time of peace in their status within the National Guard of the United States or Air National Guard of the United States and who thereafter return to the military service of the state, shall be entitled to credit for time so served as if such service had been rendered to the state. [1961 c.454 §47]

Source: Section 399.085 — Credit for active federal service , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.965 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.965
401.965 Abnormal disruption of market
Status: in_force

(1) As used in subsections (1) to (4) of this section, the terms “merchant” and “wholesaler” do not include a public body as that term is defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) , a public utility as defined in ORS 757.005 (Definition of public utility) (1)(a)(A) or an electric utility as defined in ORS 757.600 (Definitions for ORS 757.600 to 757.687) .

(2) A merchant or wholesaler may not sell or offer to sell essential consumer goods or services for an amount that represents an unconscionably excessive price during a declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market under subsections (5) to (7) of this section.

(3) It is a question of law whether a price is unconscionably excessive. Proof that a price is unconscionably excessive may be shown by evidence that:

(a) The amount charged for essential consumer goods or services exceeds by 15 percent or more the price at which the goods or services were sold or offered for sale by the merchant or wholesaler in the usual course of business immediately prior to or during a declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market; or

(b) The amount charged for the essential consumer goods or services exceeds by 15 percent or more the price at which the same or similar consumer goods or services were readily obtainable by other consumers in or near the geographical area covered by the declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market.

(4) Evidence described in subsection (3) of this section constitutes prima facie proof of a violation of subsections (1) to (4) of this section. Evidence described in subsection (3) of this section is not prima facie evidence of a violation of subsections (1) to (4) of this section if the amount charged by the merchant or wholesaler is:

(a) Attributable to additional costs imposed by the merchant’s or wholesaler’s suppliers or necessarily incurred in procuring the essential consumer goods or services immediately prior to or during the declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market; or

(b) The result of increased internal costs or expenses related to the declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market or the result of increased costs unrelated to the declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market.

(5) If the Governor determines that an abnormal disruption of the market has occurred, the Governor may declare an abnormal disruption of the market by a proclamation, as part of a state of emergency declared under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , or both.

(6) The Governor’s declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market under subsection (5) of this section shall specify:

(a) The geographical area covered by the declaration. The area may be no larger than necessary to effectively respond to the abnormal disruption of the market.

(b) The date and time at which the abnormal disruption of the market commenced. The date of commencement of the abnormal disruption of the market may precede the date on which the declaration is made.

(c) That the declaration will terminate automatically 30 days after the date on which the Governor makes the declaration unless the Governor extends the declaration in accordance with paragraph (d) of this subsection or unless the Governor or the Legislative Assembly terminates the declaration sooner.

(d) That the Governor may extend the declaration for additional 30-day periods by subsequent declarations that the abnormal disruption of the market continues to exist.

(7) The Governor’s declaration of an abnormal disruption of the market is subject to termination:

(a) By the Governor when the Governor determines that an abnormal disruption of the market no longer exists.

(b) At any time by joint resolution of the Legislative Assembly.

(c) Automatically 30 days after the date on which the Governor makes the declaration unless the Governor or the Legislative Assembly terminates the declaration sooner. The Governor may extend the declaration for subsequent 30-day periods by declaring for each such extension that the abnormal disruption of the market continues to exist. An extension the Governor declares in accordance with this paragraph also terminates 30 days after the date on which the Governor declared the extension unless the Governor declares another extension or unless the Governor or the Legislative Assembly terminates the extension sooner. [Formerly 401.107]

Source: Section 401.965 — Abnormal disruption of market , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.240 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.240
403.240 Distribution of account proceeds
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall distribute quarterly the entire amount of the moneys in the Emergency Communications Account. The department shall pay the following amounts from the account:

(a) Administrative costs incurred during the preceding calendar quarter by the Department of Revenue in carrying out ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) in an amount that does not exceed six-tenths of one percent of the amount in the account on the date of distribution, or actual expenses incurred by the department, whichever is less.

(b) Administrative costs to be incurred during the calendar quarter by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management in carrying out its duties under ORS 305.823 (Local government tax on telephone services prohibited) and 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) . The amount to be paid under this paragraph may not exceed 2.4 percent of the amount in the account on the date of distribution, and, on or before the next date of distribution, the department shall repay to the account any amount received under this paragraph that exceeds the actual expenses incurred by the department in the quarter.

(2) The department may:

(a) Provide funding for the Oregon Emergency Response System in an amount that does not exceed 15 percent of the legislatively approved budget for the Oregon Emergency Response System subject to availability of funds within the limit for administrative costs in subsection (1)(b) of this section.

(b) Prescribe the manner in which funding is provided to the Oregon Emergency Response System under this subsection.

(3) The department shall use funds in the 9-1-1 Subaccount to pay for costs incurred during the preceding calendar quarter for emergency communications services provided by a 9-1-1 jurisdiction under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) . The department may not disburse funds in the 9-1-1 Subaccount to a 9-1-1 jurisdiction that does not have an approved 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan under ORS 403.130 (9-1-1 jurisdiction plan) . The department shall make payments for costs of the emergency communications system on behalf of a 9-1-1 jurisdiction, or make reimbursement to the 9-1-1 jurisdiction for such costs, only after a reimbursement or payment request has been submitted to the department in the manner prescribed by the department. Reimbursement or payment requests for recurring and nonrecurring charges necessary to enable the 9-1-1 jurisdiction to comply with ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) must be submitted directly to the department. The costs reimbursable or payable under this subsection are only those costs incurred for:

(a) Modification of network routers or servers, central office switching and trunking equipment or other transport equipment;

(b) Network development, hosting services, operation and maintenance;

(c) Database development, operation and maintenance;

(d) On-premises equipment procurement, maintenance and replacement;

(e) Conversion of pay station telephones required by ORS 403.140 (Pay phones to be converted to allow emergency calls without charge) ;

(f) Collection of the emergency communications tax imposed by ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) (1)(a);

(g) Addressing if the reimbursement or payment request is consistent with rules adopted by the department; and

(h) An employee of a 9-1-1 jurisdiction obtaining certification as a telecommunicator or emergency medical dispatcher from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training under ORS 181A.560 (Certification of telecommunicators and emergency medical dispatchers) .

(4) Subject to availability of funds, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall provide funding to 9-1-1 jurisdictions based on cost information provided in their final plan under ORS 403.130 (9-1-1 jurisdiction plan) . The department shall approve 9-1-1 jurisdiction plans that meet the requirements set forth in ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) (2) and (4). The department shall limit funding for costs incurred prior to the preceding calendar quarter to charges associated with database development, network and on-premises equipment that satisfies the requirements of ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) (2) and (4). The department shall prescribe the manner in which funding is provided under this subsection.

(5) 9-1-1 jurisdictions may use funds distributed to the jurisdiction from an account or subaccount established in ORS 403.235 (Emergency Communications Account) to repay loans from the Special Public Works Fund if the loans were used for purposes that are allowable under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) .

(6) The department shall retain amounts remaining in the 9-1-1 Subaccount and may distribute the amounts in a subsequent quarter for those purposes set forth in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of this section.

(7) The department shall review reimbursement or payment requests for costs identified in subsection (3) of this section, necessary to comply with ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) , for the appropriateness of the costs claimed. The department shall approve or reject the reimbursement or payment requests.

(8) After all amounts under subsections (1) and (2) of this section and ORS 403.235 (Emergency Communications Account) (4) have been paid, the department shall allocate the balance of the Emergency Communications Account to cities on a per capita basis and to counties on a per capita basis of each county’s unincorporated area for distribution directly to 9-1-1 jurisdictions as directed by the city or county. However, each county must be credited a minimum of one percent of the balance of the account after the amounts under subsections (1) and (2) of this section and ORS 403.235 (Emergency Communications Account) (4) have been paid.

(9) 9-1-1 jurisdictions shall submit an accounting report to the department annually. The report must be provided in the manner prescribed by the department and must include but not be limited to:

(a) Funds received and expended under subsection (8) of this section for the purposes of fulfilling the requirements of ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) ;

(b) Local funds received and expended for the purposes of fulfilling the requirements of ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) ; and

(c) Local funds received and expended for the purposes of providing emergency communications services. [Formerly 401.808; 2012 c.60 §1; 2014 c.59 §14; 2015 c.247 §24; 2019 c.653 §§3,4; 2021 c.539 §68; 2023 c.251 §10]

Source: Section 403.240 — Distribution of account proceeds; uses; reimbursement request review; reports , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.210 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.210
403.210 Duties of providers and sellers
Status: in_force

Every provider or seller responsible for the collection of the tax imposed by ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) shall keep records, render statements, make returns and comply with rules adopted by the Department of Revenue with respect to the tax. Whenever in the judgment of the department it is necessary, the department may require the provider, seller, consumer or subscriber, by notice served upon that person by first-class mail, to make returns, render statements or keep records sufficient to show whether there is tax liability under ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) . [Formerly 401.796; 2014 c.59 §4]

Source: Section 403.210 — Duties of providers and sellers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 402.255 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 402 / Section 402.255
402.255 Citation
Status: in_force

(1) ORS 402.250 (Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement) (1) may be cited as the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement.

(2) ORS 402.250 (Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement) (2) may be cited as the Regional Emergency Management Advisory Committee Terms of Reference or as Annex A to the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement.

(3) ORS 402.250 (Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement) (3) may be cited as the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement Implementing Procedures or as Annex B to the Pacific Northwest Emergency Management Arrangement. [2008 c.25 §1]

Source: Section 402.255 — Citation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors402.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.025 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.025
399.025 Air National Guard
Status: in_force

The air force of the organized militia shall be the Air National Guard and shall be composed of the air force units which are a part of the Oregon National Guard on August 9, 1961, and such units as may be authorized thereafter, including the personnel who are enlisted, appointed or commissioned therein. All persons who are members of the Air National Guard shall be federally recognized as such. [1961 c.454 §40]

Source: Section 399.025 — Air National Guard , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.422 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.422
403.422 Access of telecommunications customers to 2-1-1 system
Status: in_force

Upon written request of the 2-1-1 provider, telecommunications service providers shall enable 2-1-1 for customers accessing telecommunications services through local exchange service, cellular service or other wired or wireless means. [2011 c.205 §7; 2021 c.111 §6]

Source: Section 403.422 — Access of telecommunications customers to 2-1-1 system , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.378 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.378
401.378 Leaves of absence for disaster relief or recovery volunteers
Status: in_force

State agencies and political subdivisions described in ORS 243.853 (“Public employee” defined) (2) to (6) may grant leaves of absence to any public employee who volunteers to participate in disaster relief or recovery services in the State of Oregon. Cumulative leave granted shall not exceed 15 work days in any 12-month period. Such leave granted shall not result in a loss of compensation, seniority, vacation time, sick leave or accrued overtime for which the employee is otherwise eligible. Compensation to an employee granted leave under this section shall be at the employee’s regular rate of pay for those regular work hours during which the employee is absent from work. [Formerly 401.485; 2023 c.427 §5]

Source: Section 401.378 — Leaves of absence for disaster relief or recovery volunteers; requirements; maximum period; effect on status of employees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.364 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.364
401.364 Coverage under Oregon Tort Claims Act
Status: in_force

(1) A qualified emergency service volunteer is an agent of a public body under ORS 30.260 (Definitions for ORS 30.260 to 30.300) to 30.300 (ORS 30.260 to 30.300 exclusive) for the purpose of acts and omissions of the volunteer that are within the course and scope of the volunteer’s duties if the acts or omissions occur:

(a) While the volunteer is performing emergency service activities under the direction of the public body during a state of emergency declared under this chapter, or during a state of public health emergency declared under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) ; or

(b) While the volunteer is engaged in training being conducted or approved by a public body for the purpose of preparing the volunteer to perform emergency services.

(2) A public body shall defend, save harmless and indemnify a qualified emergency service volunteer as required by ORS 30.285 (Public body shall indemnify public officers) for any tort claim arising out of an act or omission described in subsection (1) of this section. [2009 c.718 §4; 2021 c.539 §79]

Source: Section 401.364 — Coverage under Oregon Tort Claims Act , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.052 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.052
401.052 Responsibilities of Oregon Department of Emergency Management
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is established.

(2) The department shall be responsible for:

(a) Coordinating and facilitating private sector and governmental efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies; and

(b) Coordinating exercises and training, planning, preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery activities with state and local emergency services agencies and organizations.

(3) The department shall prepare a statewide emergency management plan and update the plan from time to time as necessary. [Formerly 401.257; 2021 c.539 §2]

Source: Section 401.052 — Responsibilities of Oregon Department of Emergency Management , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.338 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.338
396.338 Accounts for cooperative agreements
Status: in_force

The State Treasurer, at the request of the Oregon Military Department, may create accounts in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund, pursuant to a cooperative agreement described in ORS 396.337 (Cooperative agreements with federal National Guard Bureau) or federal statutes or regulations governing the cooperative agreement. Interest earned by such an account must be credited to the account. Moneys in accounts created under this section are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Military Department. [2019 c.367 §2]

Note: See note under 396.337 (Cooperative agreements with federal National Guard Bureau) .

Source: Section 396.338 — Accounts for cooperative agreements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.536 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.536
401.536 Oregon Local Disaster Assistance Loan and Grant Account
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Local Disaster Assistance Loan and Grant Account is established as an account in the Oregon Disaster Response Fund. The account consists of moneys appropriated by the Legislative Assembly and any other moneys deposited into the account pursuant to law.

(2) Moneys in the account are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management for:

(a) Providing loans to qualified recipients to match, either in full or in part, moneys from federal programs for federally declared disaster relief that require a match;

(b) Providing loans and grants to qualified recipients, for the purpose of paying costs incurred by qualified recipients in response to federally declared disasters;

(c) Providing loans and grants to qualified recipients for the purposes of paying costs incurred by qualified recipients in response to disasters that are not federally declared disasters, as determined by the Legislative Assembly, if all loans and grants provided under paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection have been repaid, fulfilled or otherwise satisfied and moneys remain in the account; and

(d) Subject to subsection (5) of this section, paying the department’s expenses for administering loans made from the account under paragraph (a) of this subsection.

(3) Loans made under subsection (2)(b) or (c) of this section shall be repaid pursuant to such terms and conditions as may be established by the Oregon Department of Administrative Services. Loans made under subsection (2)(b) or (c) of this section may be interest free, or bear interest at a rate established by the Oregon Department of Administrative Services. Amounts repaid on loans made under subsection (2)(b) or (c) of this section shall be deposited in the General Fund.

(4) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall deposit into the account any amounts repaid on loans made under subsection (2)(a) of this section.

(5) The department may not charge the account more than five percent of the maximum amount in the account during a biennium for administrative expenses attributable to a loan made under subsection (2)(a) of this section.

(6) An applicant may apply to the department for a loan under subsection (2)(a) of this section. The department shall consider the application, make a recommendation and submit the application and recommendation to the Local Disaster Assistance Review Board established under subsection (7) of this section.

(7) The department shall establish a Local Disaster Assistance Review Board to:

(a) Review the recommendations of the department regarding loans under subsection (2)(a) of this section;

(b) Approve, by a majority vote of members, the amount of any loan under subsection (2)(a) of this section; and

(c) Approve, by a majority vote of members, the terms and conditions of any loan under subsection (2)(a) of this section.

(8) The review board shall include:

(a) Three members of county governing bodies, with at least one member representing a county from east of the crest of the Cascade Mountains, with membership determined by the Association of Oregon Counties;

(b) Three members of city governing bodies, with at least one member representing a city from east of the crest of the Cascade Mountains, with membership determined by the League of Oregon Cities;

(c) A representative of the office of the State Treasurer;

(d) A representative of the department;

(e) A representative of school districts, with membership determined by the Oregon School Boards Association;

(f) A representative of special districts, with membership determined by the Special Districts Association of Oregon;

(g) A representative of the Oregon Department of Administrative Services; and

(h) Two additional members determined jointly by the department, the Association of Oregon Counties and the League of Oregon Cities.

(9) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall adopt rules establishing:

(a) A loan application process and application forms for loans under subsection (2)(a) of this section;

(b) Reasonable financial terms and conditions for loans under subsection (2)(a) of this section, including interest and the repayment of the loans;

(c) Eligibility requirements for applicants for loans under subsection (2)(a) of this section;

(d) The maximum amount an applicant for a loan under subsection (2)(a) of this section may receive;

(e) The methodology the department will use for charging the account for administrative expenses; and

(f) Procedures for submission of recommendations to the review board for loans under subsection (2)(a) of this section.

(10) The department shall provide staff support for the review board.

(11) As used in this section, “qualified recipient” means a local government, as defined in ORS 174.116 (“Local government” and “local service district” defined) , a school district or another entity that meets eligibility criteria for post-disaster grants offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. [2008 c.18 §6; 2012 c.107 §98; 2013 c.722 §35; 2021 c.539 §40; 2022 c.76 §§5,6]

Note: 401.536 (Oregon Local Disaster Assistance Loan and Grant Account) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 401 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 401.536 — Oregon Local Disaster Assistance Loan and Grant Account; Local Disaster Assistance Review Board; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.904 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.904
401.904 Rules
Status: in_force

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management, in consultation with the State Department of Geology and Mineral Industries, shall adopt rules governing the conduct of earthquake emergency drills required by ORS 401.900 (State and local agency earthquake drills) and 401.902 (Private employer earthquake drills) . In addition to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management submitting the rules for publication pursuant to ORS 183.360 (Publication of rules and orders) , the departments shall each post the rules on an electronic bulletin board, home page or similar site. [Formerly 401.546; 2021 c.539 §47]

Source: Section 401.904 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.250 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.250
403.250 Primary public safety answering points
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall establish by administrative rule the minimum standards for a primary public safety answering point.

(2) If a primary public safety answering point does not meet the minimum standards established under subsection (1) of this section within 45 days after receipt of written notice from the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, the department shall designate an alternate primary public safety answering point that meets the minimum standards and cause calls to be rerouted to the designated primary public safety answering point. [Formerly 401.816; 2021 c.539 §69]

Source: Section 403.250 — Primary public safety answering points; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.362 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.362
396.362 Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program is created in the Oregon Military Department. The purpose of the program is to provide hardship grants and loans to members and immediate family of members of the Oregon National Guard on active duty.

(2) The department shall adopt regulations implementing subsection (1) of this section, including but not limited to establishing procedures for applying for a hardship grant or loan and criteria for determining eligibility to receive a hardship grant or loan.

(3) As used in this section, “immediate family” means a spouse, child or stepchild. [2005 c.836 §9]

Note: 396.362 (Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program) and 396.364 (Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Fund) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 396 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 396.362 — Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.320 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.320
403.320 Board as governing body of district
Status: in_force

(1) The district board is the governing body of the district and shall exercise all powers thereof.

(2) At its first meeting or as soon thereafter as may be practicable, the board shall choose one of its members as president. [Formerly 401.827]

Source: Section 403.320 — Board as governing body of district; president of board , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.932 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.932
401.932 Powers and duties of local personnel acting under direction of State Fire Marshal
Status: in_force

If county, city or district personnel are assigned and used under ORS 401.930 (Assignment by Governor of local resources under direction of State Fire Marshal) to respond to a structural collapse or threat of imminent structural collapse in another county, city or district, the personnel have the same powers, duties, rights, privileges and immunities as they have when performing their duties in the county, city or district in which they are normally employed. [Formerly 401.639]

Source: Section 401.932 — Powers and duties of local personnel acting under direction of State Fire Marshal , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.255 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.255
399.255 Scholarship program
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to the availability of funds, the Oregon Military Department shall contract with the Higher Education Coordinating Commission to disburse to qualified applicants, awards made to the applicants on behalf of the Oregon National Guard Scholarship Program as determined by the Oregon Military Department.

(2) If the qualified applicant who receives a scholarship under ORS 399.245 (Definitions for ORS 399.245 to 399.265) to 399.265 (Award prior to completion of service requirement) meets the standards of the Oregon Military Department for renewal of the scholarship, the scholarship may be renewed upon application until the applicant has received a scholarship for a total of four undergraduate years.

(3) A qualified applicant who receives a scholarship under ORS 399.245 (Definitions for ORS 399.245 to 399.265) to 399.265 (Award prior to completion of service requirement) must attend the qualified institution of higher education upon which the scholarship application was based unless the commission authorizes the scholarship to be used at a different institution.

(4) No scholarship shall be made to any student enrolled in a course of study required for or leading to a degree in theology, divinity or religious education. [1989 c.717 §2; 2011 c.637 §264; 2013 c.747 §155]

Note: See note under 399.245 (Definitions for ORS 399.245 to 399.265) .

Source: Section 399.255 — Scholarship program; award; duration; ineligible courses of study , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.364 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.364
396.364 Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Fund
Status: in_force

The Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Fund is established in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund. The Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Fund shall consist of moneys appropriated to the fund by the Legislative Assembly and moneys contributed through the charitable checkoff program described in ORS 305.690 (Definitions for ORS 305.690 to 305.753) to 305.753 (State Treasurer may solicit donations to eligible entities) . Moneys in the fund are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Military Department for the purposes of funding hardship grants and loans described in ORS 396.362 (Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program) . Interest earned by the fund shall be credited to the fund. [2005 c.836 §10; 2021 c.8 §12]

Note: See note under 396.362 (Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Program) .

Source: Section 396.364 — Oregon Military Emergency Financial Assistance Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.680 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.680
401.680 Legislative findings
Status: in_force

The Legislative Assembly finds that:

(1) During times of storm, flood, fire, earthquake, hurricane or other disaster or emergency, many businesses bring resources, property and personnel from other states throughout the United States into Oregon on a temporary basis to expedite the often enormous and overwhelming task of cleaning up, restoring and repairing damaged buildings, equipment and property or deploying or building replacement facilities in this state.

(2) This may involve the need for out-of-state businesses, including out of-state affiliates of businesses based in this state, to bring in resources, property or personnel that previously have had no connection to this state, to perform activities in this state including repairing, renovating, installing, building, rendering services or performing other business activities and for which personnel may be located in this state for extended periods of time to perform these activities.

(3) While operating in this state on a temporary basis solely for purposes of helping this state recover from a disaster or emergency, these businesses and individual employees should not be burdened by any requirements for business and employee taxes as a result of activities in this state for a temporary period.

(4) This state’s nexus and residency thresholds are intended for businesses and individuals that are in this state as part of the conduct of regular business operations or that intend to reside in this state and are not directed at businesses and individuals coming into this state on a temporary basis to provide assistance in response to a declared state of emergency or declared major disaster.

(5) To ensure that businesses may focus on quick response to the needs of this state and its residents during a declared disaster or emergency, it is appropriate for the Legislative Assembly to deem that this activity for a reasonable period of time before, during and after the disaster or emergency for repairing and restoration of the often devastating damage to critical infrastructure in this state as defined in ORS 401.685 (Definitions) does not establish presence, residency, doing business in this state or any other criteria for purposes of state and local taxes or licensing and regulatory requirements. [2015 c.468 §1]

Note: 401.680 (Legislative findings) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 401 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 401.680 — Legislative findings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.310 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.310
396.310 Enumeration of duties not exclusive
Status: in_force

The enumeration of duties and functions in ORS 396.305 (Oregon Military Department) to 396.360 (Department programs for at-risk youth) and 396.505 (Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545) to 396.545 (Leases and agreements for use of armories) shall not be deemed exclusive nor construed as a limitation on the powers and authorities vested in the department by other provisions of law. [1961 c.454 §20]

Source: Section 396.310 — Enumeration of duties not exclusive , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.330 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.330
396.330 Employees of military department
Status: in_force

(1) State employees of the Oregon Military Department who are not otherwise members of the Oregon National Guard may be required as a condition of employment to obtain membership in the Oregon Civil Defense Force when in the judgment of the Adjutant General the membership maintains or enhances the readiness and stability of the department to provide services if the need for Oregon Civil Defense Force assistance should arise. The decision of the Adjutant General shall be carried out by written regulation and shall not be subject to collective bargaining.

(2) Members of the Oregon National Guard or Oregon Civil Defense Force who are ordered to state active duty under the provisions of ORS chapter 399 shall be considered as being in the military service of the state and shall be considered temporary employees of the military department.

(3) State employees of the military department may be ordered to state active duty under ORS chapter 399 without jeopardizing their status as regular employees. Employees so ordered must be in an authorized leave status from their regular military department employment during the period served on active duty.

(4) State employees of the military department shall be subject to ORS chapter 240 or 243 when performing as regular employees.

(5) Members of the Oregon National Guard who are serving under Title 10 or Title 32 of the United States Code are not eligible, by reason of that service, for the rights or benefits of public employees granted or authorized by ORS chapter 236, 237, 238, 238A, 240 or 243. Except as required by federal law or regulation, ORS chapters 652, 653, 654, 656, 657, 659, 659A, 661 and 663 do not apply to members of the Oregon National Guard who are serving under Title 10 or Title 32 of the United States Code. [1961 c.454 §24; 1969 c.367 §2; 1989 c.361 §4; 1995 c.571 §1; 1999 c.96 §2; 2001 c.621 §78; 2003 c.733 §78; 2017 c.472 §5]

Source: Section 396.330 — Employees of military department; civil service status; conditions of employment; application of civil service and employment laws , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.977 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.977
401.977 Animal emergency operations plan
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Companion animal” means a domestic animal commonly kept as a household pet.

(b) “Service animal” means an animal that assists or performs tasks for a person with a sensory, emotional, mental or physical disability.

(2) The State Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, the Department of Human Services and local governments, shall prepare a written animal emergency operations plan that provides for the evacuation, transport and temporary sheltering of companion animals and service animals during a major disaster or an emergency.

(3) The State Department of Agriculture, in developing the plan, shall emphasize the protection of human life and shall consider:

(a) Allowing owners of service animals to be evacuated, transported and sheltered with their service animals;

(b) Establishing a sufficient number of evacuation shelters equipped to temporarily shelter companion animals and service animals in close proximity to a human sheltering facility;

(c) Allowing owners and their companion animals to be evacuated together whenever possible;

(d) Establishing an identification system to ensure that owners who are separated from their companion animals or service animals during an evacuation are provided with all information necessary to locate and reclaim their animals;

(e) Transporting companion animals or service animals, in cages or carriers that safely and securely confine the animals, in an impending major disaster or emergency;

(f) Recommending that animal shelters, humane societies, veterinary offices, boarding kennels, breeders, grooming facilities, animal testing facilities and any other entity that normally houses companion animals or service animals create evacuation plans for the animals housed at their facilities;

(g) Establishing recommended minimum holding periods for companion animals or service animals that are sheltered during a major disaster or an emergency; and

(h) Creating and promoting an educational campaign for owners of companion animals or service animals that will:

(A) Encourage owners to plan for and incorporate their animals in the owners’ personal plans in the event of a major disaster or an emergency; and

(B) Inform owners of companion animals or service animals about the animal emergency operations plan prepared under this section. [Formerly 401.272; 2021 c.269 §3; 2021 c.539 §55a]

Source: Section 401.977 — Animal emergency operations plan , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.325 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.325
404.325 Posting of emergency contact telephone number
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Electronic signaling device” includes, but is not limited to:

(A) Electronic signaling devices, as defined in ORS 404.300 (Definitions for ORS 404.300 to 404.315) ;

(B) Emergency locator transmitters;

(C) Emergency Position Indicator Radio Beacon devices; and

(D) Wilderness personal locator beacons.

(b) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) “Facility” includes:

(i) Commercial and industrial facilities;

(ii) Aircraft hangars, whether used for private, commercial or industrial purposes; and

(iii) Other facilities in which electronic signaling devices or equipment containing electronic signaling devices are sold, rented, serviced or repaired.

(B) “Facility” does not include a dwelling used only as a private residence.

(c) “Public safety answering point” has the meaning given that term in ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) .

(d) “9-1-1 service area” has the meaning given that term in ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) .

(2) The owner or operator of a facility in which an electronic signaling device is located shall conspicuously post an emergency contact telephone number of an individual who is able to assist emergency response personnel with locating and silencing the device.

(3) Subsection (2) of this section does not apply to the owner or operator of a facility for which the owner or operator has provided a contact number to the public safety answering point that is responsible for the 9-1-1 service area in which the facility is located. [2009 c.102 §1]

Source: Section 404.325 — Posting of emergency contact telephone number , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.076 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.076
401.076 Rules
Status: in_force

In accordance with applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management may adopt rules necessary for the administration of the laws that the department is charged with administering. [Formerly 401.265; 2021 c.539 §6]

Source: Section 401.076 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.505 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.505
396.505 Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 396.505 (Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545) to 396.545 (Leases and agreements for use of armories) , “armory” means any building, together with the grounds upon which it is situated, used for the storage and maintenance of military property or the training of troops, and in addition real property acquired or held in contemplation of such use. [1961 c.454 §30; 2001 c.104 §138]

Source: Section 396.505 — Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.505 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.505
399.505 Enlistment, period of service, transfer, discharge and extensions of enlistments
Status: in_force

(1) The qualifications for enlistment and reenlistment, the periods of enlistment, reenlistment and voluntary extension of enlistment, the period of service, the form of oath to be taken and the manner and form of transfer and discharge of enlisted personnel of the organized militia shall be those prescribed by applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

(2) The Governor is authorized to extend the period of any enlistment, reenlistment, voluntary extension of enlistment or the period of service of enlisted personnel of the Oregon Civil Defense Force for a period not to exceed six months after the termination of an emergency declared by the Governor, the legislature, the President or Congress.

(3) Whenever the period of enlistment, reenlistment, voluntary extension of enlistment, and the period of service of enlisted personnel of the reserve components of the Armed Forces of the United States are extended, the Governor shall extend the period of any enlistment, reenlistment, voluntary extension of enlistment or the period of service of enlisted personnel in the corresponding force of the organized militia for the same period. [1961 c.454 §64; 1989 c.361 §7; 2017 c.472 §8]

Source: Section 399.505 — Enlistment, period of service, transfer, discharge and extensions of enlistments , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.510 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.510
403.510 Size of district board at formation
Status: in_force

(1) The number of district board members to be elected in a radio and data district shall be three or five, according to the number set forth in the petition or resolution for formation. The terms of the first district board members shall be determined as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section.

(2) If a three-member district board is to be elected:

(a) The candidates receiving the highest and the second highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the second regular district election.

(b) The candidate receiving the third highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the first regular district election.

(3) If a five-member district board is to be elected:

(a) The candidates receiving the first, second and third highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the second regular district election.

(b) The candidates receiving the fourth and fifth highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the first regular district election. [2009 c.584 §5]

Source: Section 403.510 — Size of district board at formation; terms of office , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.239 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.239
401.239 Critical service providers
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “critical service provider” means an individual:

(a) Who has received credentials under this section and who is employed by, or is acting pursuant to a contract under the direction of, an organization deemed by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management to be critical to emergency response operations in Oregon; and

(b) Who is:

(A) Maintaining, including repairing or resupplying, critical infrastructure equipment or systems;

(B) Maintaining continuity of operations of the individual’s organization;

(C) Supporting emergency response activities; or

(D) Providing technical support services to another critical service provider.

(2) Unless prohibited by state or federal law or in the discretion of the incident commander during a state of emergency declared under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , a critical service provider may:

(a) Travel on public roads within a geographic area subject to a declaration of a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) ;

(b) Access the geographic area for a purpose described in subsection (1)(b) of this section; and

(c) Access the distribution of fuel, food, water, supplies, equipment and any other materials necessary to carry out a purpose described in subsection (1)(b) of this section.

(3) An emergency service agency may not seize a vehicle, fuel, food, water or other essential materials in the possession of a critical service provider.

(4) The department may establish sector-specific programs for the credentialing of individuals as critical service providers. Such programs must inform critical service providers about:

(a) Risks associated with entering a geographic area subject to a declaration of a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) ;

(b) Best practices for working safely in the geographic area; and

(c) Best practices for working in a geographic area without hindering or interfering with the conduct of emergency services by an emergency service agency.

(5) The department may authorize one or more private entities organized under the laws of this state to establish sector-specific programs for the credentialing of individuals as critical service providers, subject to the following requirements:

(a) The department may authorize a private entity under this subsection only if the entity represents a majority of owners and operators in the sector for which the entity will establish a credentialing program.

(b) A program established under this subsection must meet the requirements set forth in subsection (4) of this section.

(c) An entity authorized by the department under this section to establish a credentialing program shall annually submit to the department a report regarding the operation of the program, including any changes to the program.

(6) The department may adopt rules to administer and implement the provisions of this section. [2015 c.151 §2; 2021 c.270 §1; 2021 c.539 §34a]

Source: Section 401.239 — Critical service providers; credentialing; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.918 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.918
401.918 Mission of commission
Status: in_force

(1) The mission of the Seismic Safety Policy Advisory Commission shall be to reduce exposure to earthquake hazards in Oregon by:

(a) Developing and influencing policy at the federal, state and local levels;

(b) Facilitating improved public understanding and encouraging identification of risk;

(c) Supporting research and special studies;

(d) Supporting appropriate mitigation;

(e) Supporting response and recovery; and

(f) Supporting and assisting in the coordination of a grant program for the disbursement of funds for seismic rehabilitation of schools and emergency facilities.

(2) The commission shall utilize and influence existing agencies and institutions in meeting its goals and is in no way intended to replace or compete with existing authorities relative to earthquakes. Emphasis shall be on coordination and linking of existing resources and authorities.

(3) To improve public understanding of earthquake hazards, reduce such hazards and mitigate the possible effects of potentially damaging earthquakes, the commission shall review and advise the Governor and the Legislative Assembly concerning all plans and proposals addressing seismic hazards in the areas of:

(a) Any legislative proposals.

(b) Plans and proposals of statewide impact.

(c) Lists of recommendations for actions and potential rule changes specifically by state agency. [Formerly 401.343]

Source: Section 401.918 — Mission of commission , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.165 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.165
401.165 Declaration of state of emergency
Status: in_force

(1) The Governor by proclamation may declare a state of emergency at the request of a county governing body or after determining that an emergency has occurred or is imminent.

(2) All requests by a county governing body that the Governor declare an emergency shall be sent to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. Cities must submit requests through the governing body of the county in which the majority of the city’s property is located. Requests from counties shall be in writing and include the following:

(a) A certification signed by the county governing body that all local resources have been expended; and

(b) A preliminary assessment of property damage or loss, injuries and deaths.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If, in the judgment of the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, the Governor cannot be reached by available communications facilities in time to respond appropriately to an emergency, the director shall notify the Secretary of State or, if the Secretary of State is not available, the State Treasurer that the Governor is not available.

(b) After notice from the director that the Governor is not available, the elected state official so notified may declare a state of emergency pursuant to the provisions of subsections (1) and (2) of this section.

(c) If the director is unavailable to carry out the duties described in this subsection, such duties shall be performed by the Adjutant General.

(4) Any state of emergency declared by the Secretary of State or State Treasurer pursuant to this section has the same force and effect as if declared by the Governor, except that it must be affirmed by the Governor as soon as the Governor is reached. However, if the Governor does not set aside the declaration within 24 hours of being reached, the declaration shall be considered affirmed by the Governor.

(5) Any declaration of a state of emergency must specify the geographical area covered by the declaration. Such area shall be no larger than necessary to effectively respond to the emergency.

(6) The governing body of each county shall establish a procedure for receiving, processing and transmitting to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, in a timely manner, a request submitted by a city that the Governor declare a state of emergency. [Formerly 401.055; 2021 c.539 §33]

Source: Section 401.165 — Declaration of state of emergency; procedures , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.105 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.105
404.105 Program for air search and rescue
Status: in_force

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall establish and maintain a program for the air search and rescue of lost aircraft and persons and for the air support of other emergency situations. The program established under this section may include, but is not limited to, the following:

(1) The formation of a volunteer air search and rescue organization and provision of appropriate training to this organization.

(2) Directing, coordinating and performing air activities in conjunction with air search and rescue and other emergency situations.

(3) Entering into agreements with private persons, volunteer organizations, and federal, state and local agencies for air search and rescue and other emergency activities.

(4) Such other related activities as may be deemed necessary and appropriate by the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. [Formerly 401.555; 2021 c.539 §88c]

Source: Section 404.105 — Program for air search and rescue , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.368 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.368
401.368 Workers’ compensation benefits
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall provide workers’ compensation coverage for qualified emergency service volunteers who are injured in the course and scope of performing emergency service activities under the direction of a public body if the injury occurs:

(a) While the volunteer is performing emergency service activities under the direction of the public body during a state of emergency declared under this chapter, or during a state of public health emergency declared under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) ; or

(b) While the volunteer is engaged in training being conducted or approved by a public body for the purpose of preparing the volunteer to perform emergency services.

(2) Workers’ compensation coverage shall be provided under this section in the manner provided by ORS 656.039 (Election of coverage for workers not subject to law) . [2009 c.718 §5; 2021 c.539 §37]

Source: Section 401.368 — Workers’ compensation benefits , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.445 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.445
399.445 Officer bonds
Status: in_force

Officers of the organized militia shall give bonds and security as may be required by the Adjutant General to secure the state against loss on account of misuse or misapplication of state or federal property and funds. Such bonds shall be conditioned upon faithful performance of all duties and the accounting for all property and funds for which the officer is responsible or accountable. The Adjutant General may, in lieu of the foregoing, enter into an agreement, conditioned in like terms and for the same purpose, with a qualified surety company to bond all officers of the organized militia without specifically naming them. The premiums on bonds shall be charged to funds appropriated for the support of the organized militia. [1961 c.454 §60]

Source: Section 399.445 — Officer bonds , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.345 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.345
396.345 Disposition of receipts generally
Status: in_force

The moneys received by the Adjutant General from fines imposed by courts-martial and, except as provided in ORS 279A.280 (Disposal of surplus property) , 279A.285 (Disposition of moneys received as payment for repair or replacement of damaged, destroyed, lost or stolen property) and 283.110 (Furnishing by state agency to another state agency of services, facilities and materials) , the moneys received from other miscellaneous sources shall be deposited in the General Fund in the State Treasury, to be available for general governmental expenses. [1961 c.454 §26; 1963 c.169 §5; 1965 c.445 §1; 2003 c.794 §272]

Source: Section 396.345 — Disposition of receipts generally , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.425 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.425
399.425 Resignations
Status: in_force

(1) A commissioned officer of the organized militia may tender resignation at any time. Such resignation will be tendered in writing through proper military channels in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Such resignations shall take effect when properly accepted and announced in orders.

(2) A commissioned officer desiring to accept an appointment or to enlist in the active Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States or a reserve component thereof shall first obtain a conditional release from the commander of the officer. Such conditional release shall be issued in accordance with this chapter and ORS chapters 396 and 398 and military department regulations, and shall include certification that the officer is properly cleared of responsibility for all state and United States property and public money, and that the officer is not indebted to the state or to the organization to which the officer belongs. An officer so released shall be considered to have resigned upon presentation of evidence that the officer has accepted an appointment or enlisted in the force to which released, and the resignation shall be announced in orders.

(3) No officer shall be allowed to resign a commission who is under arrest, suspension or who is under orders to be returned to any military court for delinquency. [1961 c.454 §56]

Source: Section 399.425 — Resignations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.537 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.537
403.537 Bond elections
Status: in_force

(1) For the purpose of providing funds with which to put into effect one or any combination of the purposes authorized under ORS 403.535 (Power to contract bonded indebtedness) , the district board of a radio and data district, when authorized by a majority of those voting at an election called for that purpose, may borrow money and sell and dispose of general obligation bonds.

(2) The district board:

(a) May order an election under this section on its own resolution; or

(b) Shall order an election under this section when a petition is filed as provided in this section.

(3) A petition shall specify a dollar amount for carrying out any one or more of the purposes authorized by ORS 403.535 (Power to contract bonded indebtedness) . The requirements for preparing, circulating and filing a petition under this section shall be as provided for an initiative petition under ORS 255.135 (Prospective petition) to 255.205 (Retention of petition materials) . [2009 c.584 §16]

Source: Section 403.537 — Bond elections , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.938 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.938
401.938 Liability for expenses incurred using local personnel
Status: in_force

If county, city or district personnel are assigned and used under ORS 401.930 (Assignment by Governor of local resources under direction of State Fire Marshal) to respond to a structural collapse or threat of imminent structural collapse in another county, city or district and the response prevents the personnel from performing their duties in the county, city or district in which the personnel are normally employed, the state shall reimburse the county, city or district supplying the personnel for the compensation paid to the personnel during the response. The state shall also defray the actual travel and maintenance expenses for responding personnel incurred as a result of the response. [Formerly 401.643]

Source: Section 401.938 — Liability for expenses incurred using local personnel , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.045 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.045
399.045 Organization and training
Status: in_force

(1) The forces of the organized militia shall be organized, armed, disciplined, governed, administered and trained as prescribed by applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

(2) It hereby is declared to be the policy of the state that there shall be an equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the organized militia without regard to race, creed, color or national origin. [1961 c.454 §§42,43]

Source: Section 399.045 — Organization and training; equality of treatment and opportunity , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.186 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.186
401.186 Waiver of waiting period for unemployment benefits
Status: in_force

If the Governor by proclamation has declared a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , the Governor may waive the one-week waiting period required by ORS 657.155 (Benefit eligibility conditions) for persons making a claim for unemployment benefits who reside within the geographical area subject to the proclamation and specified by the Governor. [2008 c.23 §2]

Note: Section 4, chapter 23, Oregon Laws 2008, provides:

Sec. 4. Sections 1 and 2 [ 401.186 (Waiver of waiting period for unemployment benefits) ] of this 2008 Act and the amendments to ORS 657.155 (Benefit eligibility conditions) by section 3 of this 2008 Act become operative when federal law permits without penalty a waiver under section 2 of this 2008 Act of the one-week waiting period required by ORS 657.155 (Benefit eligibility conditions) . [2008 c.23 §4]

Source: Section 401.186 — Waiver of waiting period for unemployment benefits , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.240 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.240
399.240 Limitation on rate of interest incurred by state service members during period of active service
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Interest” includes service charges, renewal fees or other charges or fees associated with an obligation or liability.

(b) “Service member” means:

(A) A member of the organized militia who is called into active service of the state for 30 or more consecutive days.

(B) A member of the Oregon National Guard who is called into active service under Title 10 of the United States Code.

(C) A member of the Oregon National Guard who is called into active service under Title 32 of the United States Code to perform under an authority other than the Governor for 30 or more consecutive days.

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 82.010 (Legal rate of interest) , 83.095 (Service charge computed by actuarial method) , 708A.255 (Interest rates on loans or uses of money) , 723.502 (Purposes) , 723.730 (Corporate central credit union) and 725.340 (Interest and other charges) , an obligation or liability bearing interest at a rate in excess of six percent per year incurred by a service member before being called into active service may not, during any part of the period of active service, bear interest in excess of six percent per year except by court order.

(3) The service member shall provide written notice to the creditor requesting that the rate of interest be reduced to six percent per year and shall include proof of the official orders showing that the service member is being called into active service.

(4) A creditor that receives a request under subsection (3) of this section to reduce a rate of interest may apply to the court for a determination that the ability of a service member to pay interest on an obligation or liability at a rate in excess of six percent per year is not materially affected because of the active service of the member. If a court determines that the ability of a service member to pay interest on an obligation or liability at a rate in excess of six percent per year is not materially affected because of the active service of the member, the court may order an interest rate that is just.

(5) A creditor must recompute the payment schedule to amortize the balance of the obligation or liability over the remainder of the obligation or liability at a rate of interest determined under subsection (2) or (4) of this section. [2003 c.387 §4; 2005 c.79 §2; 2009 c.541 §20; 2023 c.122 §6]

Source: Section 399.240 — Limitation on rate of interest incurred by state service members during period of active service , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.440 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.440
399.440 Efficiency and medical examining boards
Status: in_force

Efficiency and medical examining boards appointed by the Governor hereby are vested with the powers of courts of inquiry and courts-martial. Such boards shall follow the practice and procedure prescribed by applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Any officer ordered to appear before such a board shall be allowed to appear in person or by counsel, to cross-examine witnesses and to call witnesses on behalf of the officer. The officer shall at all stages of the proceeding be allowed full access to records pertinent to the case and be furnished copies of same. Failure to appear before such examining board shall be sufficient ground for a finding by such board that the officer ordered to appear be discharged from the service of the state. If the findings of such board are unfavorable to an officer and are approved as provided by applicable laws of the United States or this chapter and ORS chapters 396 and 398, the Governor shall relieve the officer from duty and shall give the officer a discharge in such form as may be appropriate. If the discharge of an officer is recommended solely because of physical inability to perform active service, such officer may be transferred to the retired reserve if eligible. [1961 c.454 §59]

Source: Section 399.440 — Efficiency and medical examining boards; procedure and functions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.340 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.340
396.340 Receipt and disposition of certain federal moneys
Status: in_force

The Adjutant General may accept, receive and receipt for moneys made available from the federal government in connection with maintenance service contracts for federal property used by the state. All federal moneys received by the Adjutant General under this section shall be deposited in the State Treasury in the Military Department Miscellaneous Receipts Account to be available for Oregon Military Department expenses. [1961 c.454 §27; 1973 c.297 §1; 1989 c.360 §5]

Source: Section 396.340 — Receipt and disposition of certain federal moneys , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.145 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.145
403.145 Use of emergency communications system by users with hearing or speech impairments
Status: in_force

All public safety answering points must be capable of receiving emergency calls through a TTY or other device capable of receiving an emergency call from individuals with hearing or speech impairments. [Formerly 401.773; 2015 c.247 §14]

Source: Section 403.145 — Use of emergency communications system by users with hearing or speech impairments , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.335 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.335
396.335 Drawing warrants
Status: in_force

Unless otherwise specially provided in this chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399, warrants on the State Treasury for all duly authenticated bills of the military department as approved by the Adjutant General or the person designated by the Adjutant General, in favor of the persons to whom the state is indebted for military purposes shall be drawn and paid in the same way other claims against the state are paid. [1961 c.454 §25; 1975 c.614 §12]

Source: Section 396.335 — Drawing warrants , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.400 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.400
404.400 Agreement for outdoor recreation search and rescue card program
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management may enter into an agreement with a nonprofit organization representing sheriffs in the State of Oregon under which the organization is authorized to establish and administer a program to produce and sell outdoor recreation search and rescue cards via authorized sellers.

(2) The purpose of the card program is to allow members of the public to make voluntary contributions to search and rescue efforts in Oregon by purchasing cards and making voluntary donations.

(3) An agreement under this section must meet the requirements set forth in ORS 404.410 (Requirements of program) .

(4) If the department enters into an agreement under this section, the department shall submit a report to the standing or interim committees of the Legislative Assembly relating to emergency services, on or before December 31 of each year, that describes the administration and effectiveness of the card program.

(5) Purchase of a card does not exempt a purchaser from liability for reimbursement under ORS 404.270 (Reimbursement of public body for search and rescue by benefited persons) .

(6) As used in this section and ORS 404.410 (Requirements of program) :

(a) “Authorized seller” means a state, local or federal agency or private entity that agrees to make cards available for purchase.

(b) “Card” means an outdoor recreation search and rescue card. [2021 c.458 §1]

Source: Section 404.400 — Agreement for outdoor recreation search and rescue card program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.123 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.123
401.123 Support for community organizations active in disaster
Status: repealed

(1) As used in this section, “community organization active in disaster” means a cooperative organization comprising representatives of nonprofit, governmental, business and faith-based entities that works within a local community to prepare for, build resilience against and recover from emergencies by performing functions including any of the following:

(a) Providing local coordination of federal or state support;

(b) Serving as a primary local disaster recovery organization;

(c) Assessing local needs following disaster and determining locally informed plans for action;

(d) Facilitating communication with local communities, including vulnerable populations;

(e) Leveraging philanthropic and other private funding and coordinating with philanthropic entities;

(f) Facilitating disaster case management, including providing a central hub for allocating resources for unmet needs; and

(g) Providing emergency-related services and supports to the local community.

(2) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall identify existing community organizations active in disaster in Oregon and provide grants for their support. The department shall execute grant agreements with grant recipients obligating recipients to use grant moneys for purposes specified by the department. The department shall determine the permissible purposes for a grant under this section based on the needs of the community organization active in disaster and the locality in which it operates.

(3) The department shall adopt rules necessary for the administration of this section. [2023 c.427 §7]

Note: See note under 401.121 (Technical assistance to local entities) .

Note: Sections 151 to 152a, chapter 539, Oregon Laws 2021, provide:

Sec. 151. Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council. (1) The Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council is established within the Office of the Governor. The mission of the council is to facilitate policy recommendations for catastrophic disaster preparedness, mitigation and response and recovery planning, procedures and protocols with special emphasis on outreach to representatives of designated state and federal emergency support functions.

(2) The council consists of:

(a) One member appointed by the Adjutant General to represent the Oregon Military Department;

(b) One member appointed by the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management to represent the Oregon Department of Emergency Management;

(c) One member appointed by the State Fire Marshal to represent the Department of the State Fire Marshal;

(d) One member appointed by the Superintendent of State Police to represent the Department of State Police;

(e) One member appointed by the Director of the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training to represent the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training;

(f) One member appointed by the Director of the Oregon Health Authority to represent the Oregon Health Authority;

(g) One member appointed by the Director of Transportation to represent the Department of Transportation;

(h) One member appointed by the Attorney General to represent the Department of Justice;

(i) One member appointed by the State Forester to represent the State Forestry Department;

(j) Seven members appointed by the Governor as follows:

(A) One member to represent counties;

(B) One member to represent cities;

(C) One member with experience in emergency preparedness to represent regional organizations;

(D) One member with experience in emergency preparedness to represent local organizations;

(E) One member representing the private sector;

(F) One member representing the nonprofit community with a designated emergency support function responsibility; and

(G) One member to represent Indian tribes in Oregon; and

(k) Additional members appointed by the Governor as the Governor may deem necessary.

(3) In making appointments under this section, the Governor shall:

(a) To the extent possible, ensure that for each federal emergency support function, there is at least one member of the council with experience or knowledge relating to that function; and

(b) Strive to maintain linguistic, socioeconomic and experiential diversity among members of the council.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The council may research international and national best practices and make formal recommendations to the State Resilience Officer or the Governor as needed, with special emphasis given to connecting statewide policy recommendations with state and federal emergency support function capabilities.

(b) The council shall advise and make policy recommendations to the Oregon Homeland Security Council regarding federal emergency support functions.

(5) A majority of the members of the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

(6) Official action by the council requires the approval of a majority of the members of the council.

(7) The council shall elect one of its members to serve as chairperson.

(8) If there is a vacancy for any cause, the appointing authority shall make an appointment to become immediately effective.

(9) The council shall meet at least once quarterly at the place specified by the call of the chairperson or of a majority of the members of the council.

(10) The council may adopt rules necessary for the operation of the council.

(11) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall provide staff support to the council.

(12) Members of the council are not entitled to compensation or reimbursement for expenses and serve as volunteers on the council.

(13) All agencies of state government, as defined in ORS 174.111 (“State government” defined) , are directed to assist the council in the performance of the duties of the council and, to the extent permitted by laws relating to confidentiality, to furnish information and advice the members of the council consider necessary to perform their duties. [2021 c.539 §151; 2022 c.55 §13]

Sec. 151a. Section 151 of this 2021 Act is repealed on January 2, 2030. [2021 c.539 §151a]

Sec. 152. Local Government Emergency Management Advisory Council. (1) The Local Government Emergency Management Advisory Council is established within the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.

(2) The council consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor as follows:

(a) One member to represent an organization representing Oregon counties;

(b) One member to represent an organization representing Oregon cities;

(c) One member to represent emergency medical service providers;

(d) One member to represent fire departments;

(e) One member to represent a statewide association of emergency managers, emergency responders, government agencies and elected officials committed to minimizing the impact of disasters in Oregon;

(f) One member to represent county sheriffs;

(g) One member to represent 9-1-1 emergency dispatchers;

(h) One member to represent volunteer emergency medical service providers; and

(i) Three members with experience relating to emergency preparedness or management to represent the public.

(3) The council shall provide advice and recommendations to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management regarding its emergency preparedness and response functions.

(4) A majority of the members of the council constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

(5) Official action by the council requires the approval of a majority of the members of the council.

(6) The council shall elect one of its members to serve as chairperson.

(7) If there is a vacancy for any cause, the Governor shall make an appointment to become immediately effective.

(8) The council shall meet at times and places specified by the call of the chairperson or of a majority of the members of the council.

(9) The council may adopt rules necessary for the operation of the council.

(10) The department shall provide staff support to the council.

(11) Members of the council are not entitled to compensation or reimbursement for expenses and serve as volunteers on the council.

(12) All agencies of state government, as defined in ORS 174.111 (“State government” defined) , are directed to assist the council in the performance of the duties of the council and, to the extent permitted by laws relating to confidentiality, to furnish information and advice the members of the council consider necessary to perform their duties. [2021 c.539 §152]

Sec. 152a. Section 152 of this 2021 Act is repealed on January 2, 2030. [2021 c.539 §152a]

Source: Section 401.123 — Support for community organizations active in disaster , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.170 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.170
396.170 Acting Adjutant General
Status: in_force

(1) If the federally recognized Oregon National Guard, or any portion thereof, is called or ordered to active federal duty by the President, and if such call or order shall include the Adjutant General and Assistant Adjutants General, the Governor may appoint an Acting Adjutant General who shall assume the responsibilities and powers and perform all duties required of the Adjutant General, and who shall be selected from the federally recognized officers not called or ordered to active duty and who meet the qualifications established for the appointment of an Adjutant General, or if no such officer is available, then from the following:

(a) Officers of the National Guard Reserve.

(b) Inactive or retired officers of the Oregon National Guard.

(c) Army or Air Force officers who have retired and are residents of the State of Oregon.

(2) If, on the occurrence of a vacancy in the office of Adjutant General, there is no duly qualified and appointed Assistant Adjutant General, the Governor may designate an Acting Adjutant General who shall assume temporarily the responsibilities and powers and perform all duties required of the Adjutant General until such time as an Adjutant General is regularly appointed and qualified. An Acting Adjutant General designated under this provision shall have the same qualifications as are required for the appointment of an Adjutant General.

(3) The Acting Adjutant General serving under the terms of this section shall be compensated as determined by the Governor, but the amount shall not exceed that authorized for a regularly appointed Adjutant General.

(4) The Acting Adjutant General, before entering upon the duties of office, shall give to the state a fidelity bond in such penal sum as may be fixed by law, or if not so fixed, as may be approved by the Governor, with a corporate surety who is authorized to do business in this state. The premium for such bond shall be paid by the military department. [1961 c.454 §12; 1963 c.62 §2]

Source: Section 396.170 — Acting Adjutant General , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.130 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.130
403.130 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan
Status: in_force

(1) A 9-1-1 jurisdiction shall create and maintain a 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan for emergency communications services provided within a 9-1-1 service area pursuant to ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) and rules adopted by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. The 9-1-1 jurisdiction shall submit the 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan to:

(a) The department;

(b) Public and private safety agencies within the 9-1-1 service area; and

(c) Any other public or private entity within the 9-1-1 service area that may be affected.

(2) The 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan must describe the capital and recurring costs to provide the components of the emergency communications system within the 9-1-1 service area.

(3) The department shall review the 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan for compliance with the requirements imposed under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) and rules adopted by the department, and if the plan is:

(a) In compliance, the department shall approve the plan.

(b) Not in compliance, the department shall reject the plan.

(4) If the department rejects the 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan under subsection (3) of this section:

(a) The 9-1-1 jurisdiction shall revise and resubmit the plan within 90 days after the date the department rejects the plan; and

(b) The department shall review the revised plan and either approve or reject the revised plan within 90 days after the date the department receives the revised plan.

(5) Each 9-1-1 jurisdiction shall submit to the department in writing within 30 days any change to a public safety answering point that alters the approved 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan on file with the department. The changes may include, but are not limited to:

(a) The address of the public safety answering point;

(b) Telephone numbers used to satisfy requirements set forth in ORS 403.115 (9-1-1 as primary emergency number) ;

(c) Director changes;

(d) Agencies served by the 9-1-1 jurisdiction; and

(e) The method used to direct an emergency call once received by the primary public safety answering point.

(6) If an established 9-1-1 jurisdiction proposes to move a public safety answering point to another location or a governing body proposes to establish a new 9-1-1 jurisdiction with a new primary public safety answering point, and if either of these proposals will result in control of the 9-1-1 service area by an agency or agencies other than the agency or agencies identified in the approved 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan filed with the department, the 9-1-1 jurisdiction or governing body shall submit a revised 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan setting forth the changes to:

(a) The department;

(b) Public and private safety agencies in the 9-1-1 service area; and

(c) Any other public or private entity in the 9-1-1 service area that may be affected.

(7) In addition to meeting the requirements imposed under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) and rules adopted pursuant to ORS 403.120 (Oregon Department of Emergency Management duties and powers) , the revised 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan must describe the capital and recurring costs for the proposed components of the emergency communications system within the 9-1-1 service area.

(8) The department shall review the revised 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan for compliance with the requirements imposed under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) and rules adopted pursuant to ORS 403.120 (Oregon Department of Emergency Management duties and powers) and, if the department determines that the plan is in compliance, approve the plan.

(9) The department may not approve a revised 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan submitted under subsection (6) of this section unless the revised plan is accompanied by written approval of the governing bodies of all public and private safety agencies affected by or providing service in the 9-1-1 service area. [Formerly 401.755; 2015 c.247 §10; 2021 c.539 §62]

Source: Section 403.130 — 9-1-1 jurisdiction plan; requirements; review; revised plans , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.455 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.455
403.455 Duties of council
Status: in_force

The State Interoperability Executive Council created under ORS 403.450 (State Interoperability Executive Council) shall:

(1) Develop, annually update and monitor implementation of the Oregon Statewide Communication Interoperability Plan, the goal of which is to achieve statewide interoperability of public safety communications systems. To the maximum extent possible, the Oregon Statewide Communication Interoperability Plan shall align with and support the Enterprise Information Resources Management Strategy described in ORS 276A.203 (State Chief Information Officer) . As part of the executive council’s duties under this subsection, the executive council shall:

(a) Recommend strategies to improve public safety communications interoperability among state, local, tribal and federal public safety agencies;

(b) Develop standards to promote consistent design and development of public safety communications infrastructures and recommend changes in existing public safety infrastructures that are necessary or appropriate for implementation of the interoperability plan;

(c) Identify immediate short-term technological and policy solutions to tie existing public safety communications infrastructures together into an interoperable communications system;

(d) Develop long-term technological and policy recommendations to establish a statewide public safety communications system to improve emergency response and day-to-day public safety operations; and

(e) Develop recommendations for legislation and for the development of state and local policies that promote public safety communications interoperability in this state.

(2) Recommend to the Governor, for inclusion in the Governor’s budget, investments by the State of Oregon in public safety communications systems.

(3) Coordinate state, local and, as appropriate, tribal and federal activities related to obtaining federal grants for support of interoperability and request technical assistance related to interoperability.

(4) Conduct and submit an annual update of the interoperability plan to the United States Department of Homeland Security, Office of Emergency Communications, aligning the update with standards established in the National Emergency Communications Plan and by the federal office.

(5) Coordinate statewide interoperability activities among state, local and, as appropriate, tribal and federal agencies.

(6) Advise the State Chief Information Officer, the Governor and the Legislative Assembly on implementation of the interoperability plan.

(7) Serve as the Governor’s Public Safety Broadband Advisory Group.

(8) Report to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means or to the Joint Interim Committee on Ways and Means, and to the Joint Legislative Committee on Information Management and Technology, on or before February 1 of each odd-numbered year, on the development of the interoperability plan and the executive council’s other activities.

(9) Adopt rules necessary to carry out the executive council’s duties and powers. [Formerly 401.872; 2010 c.107 §60; 2014 c.87 §6; 2015 c.807 §49; 2016 c.117 §61]

Source: Section 403.455 — Duties of council; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 402.215 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 402 / Section 402.215
402.215 Request for assistance
Status: in_force

(1) A participant may request assistance to:

(a) Prevent, mitigate, respond to or recover from an event; or

(b) Work on its own or with other participants in training, drills or exercises.

(2) A request for assistance must be made by or through the presiding officer of the governing body of a requesting participant or the chief executive officer of the requesting participant, or a designee of the presiding officer or chief executive officer.

(3) A request for assistance may be oral or written. If a request is oral, a responding participant must document its response to the requesting participant in writing within 30 days from the date on which the request was made.

(4) A response to a request for assistance is voluntary and may be terminated at any time. [Formerly 190.160; 2017 c.192 §4]

Source: Section 402.215 — Request for assistance , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors402.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.170 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.170
403.170 Agreement with Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management may enter into an agreement with the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon for the purpose of forming an entity to participate in the emergency communications system.

(2) An entity formed under subsection (1) of this section:

(a) Is a 9-1-1 jurisdiction for purposes of ORS 305.823 (Local government tax on telephone services prohibited) and 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) .

(b) Shall comply with all state and federal law applicable to 9-1-1 jurisdictions.

(c) Shall operate within a 9-1-1 service area that includes the Warm Springs Indian Reservation.

(d) May operate a primary public safety answering point to provide emergency communications services within its 9-1-1 service area.

(3) As used in this section, “emergency communications system,” “primary public safety answering point,” “9-1-1 jurisdiction” and “9-1-1 service area” have the meanings given those terms in ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) . [2016 c.122 §1; 2021 c.539 §66]

Note: 403.170 (Agreement with Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 403 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 403.170 — Agreement with Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.135 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.135
404.135 Investigative subpoena
Status: in_force

(1) If a peace officer has probable cause to believe that an individual is missing and in danger, the officer may request that the Attorney General, a district attorney or a city or county attorney execute in writing and cause to be served, in the manner provided by ORCP 7, an investigative subpoena as described in this section.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) If a person is unlikely to comply with an investigative subpoena issued under subsection (1) of this section in a timely manner or has already refused to comply with such a subpoena, a peace officer may petition the circuit court in and for the county in which the investigation is pending for a court order as described in this section.

(b) The court may hold a hearing on the petition upon request or upon its own motion. If the petitioner demonstrates that the person is unlikely to comply or has refused to comply with an investigative subpoena, the court may issue the order.

(c) Upon issuance of a court order under this subsection, the petitioner shall cause the order to be served in the manner described in ORCP 7.

(3) An investigative subpoena or court order issued under this section must include notice of the provisions of subsections (5) and (6) of this section.

(4) An investigative subpoena or court order issued under this section may be directed toward any person that is believed, by the Attorney General, the district attorney, the city or county attorney or the circuit court judge, to have information, documents or physical evidence that may be useful in locating the missing individual.

(5) Subject to subsection (6) of this section, the investigative subpoena or court order may require the person, under oath or otherwise, to appear and testify, to answer written interrogatories or to produce documents or physical evidence for examination, at a reasonable time and place as may be stated in the subpoena or court order, to further the investigation into the whereabouts of the missing individual.

(6) A person that receives a subpoena or court order issued under this section may apply to the circuit court in and for the county in which the investigation is pending for a protective order, modification or other relief from the subpoena or court order. An application under this subsection may also assert the person’s constitutional right against self-incrimination or any other right.

(7) Information, documents or physical evidence obtained pursuant to this section may not be used for criminal investigation or prosecution of the missing individual.

(8) This section does not alter the status of information, documents or physical evidence disclosed. Notwithstanding disclosure for the purpose of locating a missing individual, confidential information, documents or physical evidence retain their confidential status. [Formerly 401.582; 2023 c.333 §1]

Source: Section 404.135 — Investigative subpoena , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.242 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.242
399.242 Suspension or termination of certain services by service members
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “service member” means:

(a) A member of the organized militia who is called into active service of the state for 30 or more consecutive days.

(b) A member of the Armed Forces of the United States, as that term is defined in ORS 366.931 (Roadside memorial signs) , who is called into active service under Title 10 of the United States Code.

(c) A member of the Oregon National Guard who is called into active service under Title 32 of the United States Code to perform under an authority other than the Governor for 30 or more consecutive days.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in subsection (6) of this section, a service member who has obtained the following services from a telecommunications service provider, an Internet service provider, a health club as defined in ORS 431A.450 (Automated external defibrillators required at health clubs) , a health spa as defined in ORS 646A.030 (Definitions for ORS 646A.030 to 646A.042) or a provider of television services may terminate or suspend the provision of services upon written notice and as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection:

(A) Telecommunications services.

(B) Internet services.

(C) Health spa services as defined in ORS 646A.030 (Definitions for ORS 646A.030 to 646A.042) .

(D) Exercise or athletic activities offered by a health club.

(E) Television services, including but not limited to cable television, direct satellite and other television-like services.

(b) The service member must provide proof to the service provider of the official orders showing that the service member has been called into active service:

(A) At the time written notice is given; or

(B) If precluded by military necessity or circumstances that make the provision of proof at the time of giving written notice unreasonable or impossible, within 90 days after written notice has been given.

(3) A termination or suspension of services under this section is effective on the day written notice is given under subsection (2) of this section.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A service member who terminates or suspends the provision of services under this section and who is no longer in active service may reinstate the provision of services on the same terms and conditions as originally agreed to with the service provider before the termination or suspension upon written notice to the provider that the service member is no longer in active service. Written notice under this subsection must be given within 90 days after termination of the service member’s active service.

(b) Upon receipt of the written notice of reinstatement, the service provider shall resume the provision of services or, if the services are no longer available, provide substantially similar services within a reasonable time not to exceed 30 days from the date of receipt of the written notice of reinstatement.

(5) A service member who terminates, suspends or reinstates the provision of services under this section:

(a) May not be charged a penalty, fee, loss of deposit or any other additional cost because of the termination, suspension or reinstatement; and

(b) Is not liable for payment for any services after the effective date of the termination or suspension, or until the effective date of a reinstatement of services as described in subsection (4) of this section.

(6) A service member may terminate a contract for any service provided by a commercial mobile radio services provider in accordance with 50 U.S.C. 535a. [2013 c.423 §2; 2019 c.384 §14; 2023 c.122 §7]

Source: Section 399.242 — Suspension or termination of certain services by service members; reinstatement; effect , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.125 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.125
396.125 Governor as Commander in Chief
Status: in_force

(1) The Governor of this state, by virtue of office, is the Commander in Chief of the militia of this state, and may issue military regulations for the governance of the militia. Military regulations issued by the Governor shall have the full force and effect of law. To the extent a regulation issued under this section conflicts with any other law of this state, the regulation shall supersede the conflicting law.

(2) In issuing regulations under this section, the Governor may give consideration to the laws and regulations of the United States relating to the organization, discipline and training of the militia, to the provisions of this chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399 and to the laws and regulations governing the United States Army and United States Air Force.

(3) The Governor may delegate to the Adjutant General authority to issue the regulations described in this section for the governance of the militia. [1961 c.454 §6; 2005 c.512 §1; 2013 c.81 §1]

Source: Section 396.125 — Governor as Commander in Chief; military regulations; conflict with state law , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.515 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.515
396.515 Sale, exchange or lease of military department property
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to the restriction contained in subsection (4) of this section, the Oregon Military Department may sell, exchange or lease any military department real property that is found to have become unsuitable for military department purposes. The Adjutant General shall make a determination of the unsuitability of the property for military department purposes and the advisability or necessity of sale, exchange or lease of the property.

(2) Title to any real property sold or exchanged shall be given in the name of the State of Oregon, and the deed conveying the title shall be signed by the Adjutant General. Title to real property received in exchange of military department real property shall be taken in the name of the State of Oregon, and the control of the property shall be vested in the military department.

(3) Military department real property owned jointly by the State of Oregon and the United States, or military department real property subject to federal restrictions in conflict with ORS 396.505 (Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545) to 396.545 (Leases and agreements for use of armories) , shall, with appropriate federal authorization, be subject to the provisions of ORS 396.505 (Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545) to 396.545 (Leases and agreements for use of armories) .

(4) Prior to the sale of military department real property, the military department shall submit to the Legislative Assembly, or to the Emergency Board or the Joint Interim Committee on Ways and Means when the legislature is not in session, the proposed sale of military department real property, for approval. [1961 c.454 §32; 2003 c.28 §1; 2008 c.18 §9; 2012 c.107 §12]

Source: Section 396.515 — Sale, exchange or lease of military department property , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.035 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.035
396.035 Construction against implied repeal
Status: repealed

This chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399 being a general law intended as a unified coverage of its subject matter, no part of them shall be deemed to be impliedly repealed by subsequent legislation if such construction can reasonably be avoided. [1961 c.454 §2]

Source: Section 396.035 — Construction against implied repeal , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.667 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.667
401.667 Coverage under Oregon Tort Claims Act
Status: in_force

(1) If the Governor declares a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , or declares a state of public health emergency under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) , emergency health care providers registered under ORS 401.654 (Registry of emergency health care providers) and other health care providers who volunteer to perform health care services under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) are agents of the state under ORS 30.260 (Definitions for ORS 30.260 to 30.300) to 30.300 (ORS 30.260 to 30.300 exclusive) for the purposes of any claims arising out of services that are provided under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) pursuant to directions from a public body and that are within the course and scope of the health care provider’s duties, without regard to whether the health care provider is compensated for the services.

(2) If the Governor declares a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , or declares a state of public health emergency under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) , health care facilities designated under ORS 401.657 (Emergency health care facility) and other persons operating emergency health care centers designated under ORS 401.657 (Emergency health care facility) are agents of the state under ORS 30.260 (Definitions for ORS 30.260 to 30.300) to 30.300 (ORS 30.260 to 30.300 exclusive) for the purposes of any claims arising out of services that are provided through those centers or facilities under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) pursuant to directions from a public body and that are within the course and scope of the duties of the health care facility or other person, without regard to whether the health care facility or other person is compensated for the services.

(3) An emergency health care provider registered under ORS 401.654 (Registry of emergency health care providers) participating in training authorized by the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) is an agent of the state under ORS 30.260 (Definitions for ORS 30.260 to 30.300) to 30.300 (ORS 30.260 to 30.300 exclusive) for the purposes of any claims arising out of that training.

(4) The provisions of subsection (2) of this section apply only to emergency health care centers or health care facilities that have adopted emergency operations plans and credentialing plans that govern the use of emergency health care providers registered under ORS 401.654 (Registry of emergency health care providers) and other health care providers who volunteer to perform health care services under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) . An emergency operations plan and a credentialing plan must comply with rules governing those plans adopted by the authority. [2003 c.298 §7; 2009 c.595 §230; 2009 c.718 §9; 2021 c.539 §84]

Source: Section 401.667 — Coverage under Oregon Tort Claims Act , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 398.226 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 398 / Section 398.226
398.226 Contempt
Status: in_force

(1) A military court may punish for contempt any person who uses any menacing word, sign or gesture in its presence, or who disturbs its proceedings by any riot or disorder. The punishment may not exceed confinement for 30 days or a fine of $100, or both.

(2) A military court shall have the contempt power possessed by a civilian court as provided under ORS 33.015 (Definitions for ORS 33.015 to 33.155) to 33.155 (Applicability) .

(3) A person found in contempt under this section and ordered confined may be confined in a county jail upon written order of the military judge.

(4) A person ordered confined under this section may be delivered to the civilian authority by a military or civilian law enforcement authority.

(5) The county jail may not charge the Oregon Military Department or the state for the costs of a person’s confinement under this section. [1961 c.454 §127; 2005 c.512 §24]

Source: Section 398.226 — Contempt , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors398.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 398.408 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 398 / Section 398.408
398.408 Process of military courts
Status: in_force

(1) Military courts may issue all process necessary to carry into effect the powers vested in those courts. Such courts may issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum and enforce by attachment attendance of witnesses and production of books and records, when the courts are sitting within the state and the witnesses, books and records sought are also so located.

(2) Such process may be issued by summary courts-martial, provost courts or the president or military judge of other military courts and may be directed to and may be executed by the marshals of the military court or any peace officer and shall be in such form as may be prescribed in the Oregon Code of Military Justice.

(3) All officers to whom such process may be so directed shall execute the documents and make return of their acts thereunder according to the requirements of those documents. Except as otherwise specifically provided in the Oregon Code of Military Justice, no such officer may demand or require payment of any fee or charge for receiving, executing or returning such a process or for any service in connection therewith. [1961 c.454 §203; 1975 c.719 §33; 1981 c.178 §13; 2013 c.81 §16]

Source: Section 398.408 — Process of military courts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors398.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.532 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.532
401.532 Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund is established in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund. Moneys received from federal grants for pre-disaster mitigation efforts shall be deposited into the Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund. Moneys in the fund are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management to be used to:

(a) Help state agencies and local government units with Federal Emergency Management Agency approved mitigation plans in this state prior to the occurrence of natural disasters; and

(b) Ensure, to the extent possible, that state and local agencies and officials are prepared to respond to threats of human-caused disaster, including but not limited to acts of terrorism.

(2) The Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund may receive gifts, grants, bequests, endowments and donations from public and private sources for purposes related to the fund.

(3) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall adopt rules for the disbursement of moneys from the Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund. [2008 c.18 §4; 2022 c.55 §3]

Note: 401.532 (Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 401 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 401.532 — Oregon Pre-Disaster Mitigation Fund; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.035 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.035
399.035 Oregon Civil Defense Force
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to the federally recognized Oregon National Guard subject to call or order to federal service under laws of the United States, there shall be organized within the state a National Guard Reserve force. Such force shall be known as the Oregon Civil Defense Force, and shall be composed principally of officers, warrant officers and enlisted persons not eligible for general service under federal selective service laws.

(2) In time of peace the Oregon Civil Defense Force shall be maintained at cadre strength in numbers to be determined by the Governor.

(3) In time of peace the mission of the Oregon Civil Defense Force shall be to augment the Oregon National Guard as an internal security force. In time of war, it shall replace the Oregon National Guard as a force when the National Guard is ordered into federal service.

(4) Whenever laws of the United States authorize the organization of such forces under federal recognition, the Governor shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to comply with such federal laws and obtain federal recognition for the force authorized by this section.

(5) Notwithstanding subsections (1) to (4) of this section:

(a) The Superintendent of State Police may form a volunteer Oregon State Police Civil Defense Force for the purpose of providing emergency response and communications, medical assistance, logistical support and other aid authorized by the superintendent. The superintendent, in collaboration with the Adjutant General, may assign delegate members of the Oregon State Police Civil Defense Force to command centers throughout this state.

(b) The sheriff of a county in this state may form a volunteer County Civil Defense Force for the purpose of providing emergency response and communications, medical assistance, logistical support and other aid authorized by the sheriff.

(6) Volunteers in the Oregon State Police Civil Defense Force or a County Civil Defense Force must possess and demonstrate experience or training in the military, law enforcement, communications, rescue operations or logistical support.

(7) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Volunteers in the Oregon State Police Civil Defense Force or a County Civil Defense Force are not, by virtue of volunteering in the force, considered:

(A) Members of the Oregon Civil Defense Force;

(B) Employees or volunteers of the state;

(C) In “state service,” as that term is defined in ORS 240.015 (Definitions) ; or

(D) Agents of a public body under ORS 30.260 (Definitions for ORS 30.260 to 30.300) to 30.300 (ORS 30.260 to 30.300 exclusive) (Oregon Tort Claims Act) for the purpose of acts and omissions of the volunteer that are within the course and scope of the volunteer’s duties.

(b) Unless entitled to compensation, reimbursement, benefits or coverage under any other provision of law, volunteers in the Oregon State Police Civil Defense Force or a County Civil Defense Force are not entitled to compensation, reimbursement for expenses, workers’ compensation or other insurance coverage, public employment benefits or entitlements from the Oregon Military Department, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management or any other state or local agency or government. [1961 c.454 §41; 1989 c.361 §6; 2017 c.472 §1; 2021 c.539 §31]

Source: Section 399.035 — Oregon Civil Defense Force; volunteer civil defense forces , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.150 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.150
403.150 Disaster recovery plan
Status: in_force

A 9-1-1 jurisdiction must have a disaster recovery plan for the components of the emergency communications system within the 9-1-1 service area. The disaster recovery plan must include at a minimum:

(1) Recovery procedures for service that is interrupted, preventing transmission of an emergency call to the primary public safety answering point and corresponding secondary public safety answering points. This may include, but is not limited to, a hard-wired alternative route or a plan on file with the provider designating alternative routes or answering points.

(2) A plan to switch public safety answering point operations to an alternate site in the event the primary public safety answering point becomes inoperable.

(3) 24-hour emergency numbers for the providers serving the 9-1-1 jurisdiction. [Formerly 401.775; 2015 c.247 §15]

Source: Section 403.150 — Disaster recovery plan , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.005 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.005
396.005 Definitions of “active service,” “state active duty” and “active service of the state.”
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter and ORS chapter 399:

(1) “Active service” includes:

(a) Active service of the state.

(b) Service performed on full-time duty status under Title 10 of the United States Code.

(c) Service performed on full-time duty status under Title 32 of the United States Code when performed under an authority other than the Governor.

(2) “Active service of the state” means service performed while on full-time duty status for training, operational duty or other service of the organized militia under the authority of the Governor, whether paid from state funds or federal funds under Title 32 of the United States Code.

(3) “State active duty” means full-time duty status for training, operational duty or other service, other than inactive duty, of the organized militia performed under the authority of the Governor and paid from state funds. [2023 c.122 §2]

Source: Section 396.005 — Definitions of “active service,” “state active duty” and “active service of the state.” , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.310 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.310
404.310 Required equipment when guiding children above timberline
Status: in_force

A person who guides for compensation an organized group that includes children under 18 years of age on any mountain above the timberline must carry an altimeter, a contour map of the area and a compass. [Formerly 401.625]

Source: Section 404.310 — Required equipment when guiding children above timberline , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.155 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.155
403.155 Agreements among certain safety agencies for rendering emergency services
Status: in_force

Public or private safety agencies may enter into agreements requiring that an emergency unit dispatched by a public safety answering point must render emergency services without regard to jurisdictional boundaries. [Formerly 401.780; 2015 c.247 §16]

Source: Section 403.155 — Agreements among certain safety agencies for rendering emergency services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.035 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.035
401.035 Responsibility for emergency services systems
Status: in_force

(1) The emergency services system is composed of all agencies and organizations involved in the coordinated delivery of emergency services. The Governor is responsible for the emergency services system within the State of Oregon. The executive officer or governing body of each county or city of this state is responsible for the emergency services system within that jurisdiction.

(2) In carrying out their responsibilities for emergency services systems, the Governor and the executive officers or governing bodies of the counties or cities may delegate any administrative or operative authority vested in them by this chapter and provide for the subdelegation of that authority. [1983 c.586 §3; 2009 c.718 §24]

Source: Section 401.035 — Responsibility for emergency services systems , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.405 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.405
399.405 Appointment of commissioned officers
Status: in_force

All commissioned officers of the organized militia shall be appointed and promoted by the Governor upon recommendation of the Adjutant General. [1961 c.454 §53]

Source: Section 399.405 — Appointment of commissioned officers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.228 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.228
403.228 Rules
Status: in_force

The Department of Revenue shall establish by rule policies and procedures for the administration of the provisions of ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) , including policies and procedures for the collection of the tax imposed under ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) by providers required to collect the tax imposed on interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol service. [2014 c.59 §13]

Source: Section 403.228 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.150 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.150
399.150 Oaths and affirmations
Status: in_force

Oaths and affirmations required in any matter connected with the military service may be administered by any duly commissioned officer of the organized militia or other officer authorized to administer oaths under the laws of the state, and no charge shall be made nor shall any fee be accepted for such service. [1961 c.454 §51]

Source: Section 399.150 — Oaths and affirmations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.205 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.205
399.205 Complaints of wrongs
Status: in_force

Any member of the organized militia who is wronged by the commanding officer, and who, upon due application to that commanding officer, is refused redress, may complain to any superior commissioned officer, who shall forward the complaint to the Governor or Adjutant General. [1961 c.454 §200]

Source: Section 399.205 — Complaints of wrongs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.930 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.930
401.930 Assignment by Governor of local resources under direction of State Fire Marshal
Status: in_force

(1) The Governor may assign and make available for use and duty in any county, city or district, under the direction and command of the State Fire Marshal or a designee of the State Fire Marshal, any personnel or equipment resources of a county, city or district for the purpose of responding to the structural collapse, or the threat of imminent structural collapse, of a fixture to real property. This section does not authorize the Governor to assign and make available the fire-fighting resources of a fire district that possesses only one self-propelled pumping unit.

(2) The Governor may assign and make available local resources under this section without declaring a state of emergency and without regard to the criteria established in ORS 401.032 (Statement of policy and purpose) for assuming authority or responsibility for responding to an event. The State Fire Marshal, or a designee of the State Fire Marshal, may direct and command the use of the local resources made available by the Governor under this section regardless of whether the county, city or district to which the resources are made available has declared a state of emergency under ORS 401.309 (Declaration of state of emergency by city or county) .

(3) The State Fire Marshal shall prepare plans for effectively carrying out this section and shall provide advice and counsel to the Governor for the most practical utilization of local resources under this section. [Formerly 401.638]

Source: Section 401.930 — Assignment by Governor of local resources under direction of State Fire Marshal , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 399.435 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 399 / Section 399.435
399.435 Efficiency and medical examining boards
Status: in_force

(1) The efficiency, moral character and general fitness for retention in the organized militia of any commissioned officer may be investigated and determined by an efficiency examining board. The members of an efficiency examining board shall be senior in rank to the officer under investigation unless unavoidable.

(2) The physical fitness for further service of any commissioned officer in the organized militia may be investigated and determined by a medical examining board of officers.

(3) Efficiency and medical examining boards shall be appointed by the Governor upon recommendation of the Adjutant General except that whenever an examining board is to be appointed for the purpose of determining fitness of any officer for continued federal recognition, such board shall be appointed by the commander designated in the applicable laws of the United States and the regulations issued thereunder. [1961 c.454 §58]

Source: Section 399.435 — Efficiency and medical examining boards; appointment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors399.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.360 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.360
403.360 General district powers
Status: in_force

A 9-1-1 communications district has the power:

(1) To have and use a common seal.

(2) To sue and be sued in its name.

(3) To make and accept any and all contracts, deeds, leases, releases and documents of any kind which, in the judgment of the board, are necessary or proper to the exercise of any power of the district, and to direct the payment of all lawful claims or demands.

(4) To assess, levy and collect taxes to pay:

(a) The cost of acquiring sites for and constructing, reconstructing, altering, operating and maintaining the components of the emergency communications system within the 9-1-1 service area;

(b) A lawful claim against the district; and

(c) The operating expenses of the district.

(5) To employ all necessary agents and assistants.

(6) To call elections after the formation of the district.

(7) To enlarge the boundaries of the district as provided by ORS 198.705 (Definitions for ORS 198.705 to 198.955) to 198.955 (Disposition of assets) .

(8) To do and perform any and all acts necessary and proper to the complete exercise and effect of any of its powers or the purposes for which it was formed. [Formerly 401.842; 2015 c.247 §27]

Source: Section 403.360 — General district powers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.309 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.309
401.309 Declaration of state of emergency by city or county
Status: in_force

(1) The governing body of a city or county in this state may declare, by ordinance or resolution, that a state of emergency exists within the city or county. The ordinance or resolution must limit the duration of the state of emergency to the period of time during which the conditions giving rise to the declaration exist or are likely to remain in existence.

(2) A city or county in this state may, by ordinance or resolution, establish procedures to prepare for and carry out any activity to prevent, minimize, respond to or recover from an emergency. The ordinance or resolution shall describe the conditions required for the declaration of a state of emergency within the jurisdiction.

(3) An ordinance or resolution adopted under subsection (2) of this section may designate the emergency management agency, if any, or any other agency or official of the city or county as the agency or official charged with carrying out emergency duties or functions under the ordinance.

(4) A city or county may authorize an agency or official to order mandatory evacuations of residents and other individuals after a state of emergency is declared under this section. An evacuation under an ordinance or resolution authorized under subsection (2) of this section shall be ordered only when necessary for public safety or when necessary for the efficient conduct of activities that minimize or mitigate the effects of the emergency.

(5) Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect or diminish the powers of the Governor during a state of emergency declared under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) . The provisions of ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) to 401.236 (Rules) supersede the provisions of an ordinance or resolution authorized by this section when the Governor declares a state of emergency within any area in which such an ordinance or resolution applies. [1997 c.361 §2; 2009 c.718 §32]

Source: Section 401.309 — Declaration of state of emergency by city or county; procedures; mandatory evacuations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.980 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.980
401.980 Access to disaster sites by news media representatives
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding the provisions of any law, rule, ordinance, policy or order to the contrary, any official of a public body, as defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) , must grant credentialed or documented representatives of news media organizations access to scenes of wildfires or natural disasters on public lands that are otherwise closed to the public.

(2) Access by news media representatives to scenes of wildfires or natural disasters may be denied at the sole discretion of an on-site scene commander or the designee of an on-site scene commander.

(3) In compliance with voluntary guidelines for recognition of news media representatives established under ORS 401.981 (Committee to establish guidelines) , an official of a public body may request news media representatives to present credentials verifying completion of basic fire and natural disaster site safety training approved by an association representing professional news media and an association representing public safety agencies. The training must include at least all of the following:

(a) Protocol for early phases of a fire or natural disaster before a formal public safety command structure is established.

(b) Appropriate types of personal protective equipment and the uses of that equipment.

(c) Driving and parking practices at wildfire and natural disaster sites.

(d) Basic safety practices at wildfire and natural disaster sites.

(e) Authority of on-site scene commanders.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as described in subsection (2) of this section, an on-site scene commander or a designee of an on-site scene commander may, in their sole discretion, grant credentialed or documented news media representatives access to a scene of a wildfire or natural disaster without escort, provided that the news media representatives agree that entry is at their own risk and without promise of rescue.

(b) Nothing in paragraph (a) of this subsection may be interpreted to require that credentialed or documented news media representatives be granted access to a scene of a wildfire or natural disaster without escort.

(5) News media representatives must carry personal protective equipment appropriate for the scene of a wildfire or natural disaster they intend to enter. News media representatives must provide their own personal protective equipment and are responsible for the condition of the equipment. Public bodies are not required to supply personal protective equipment to news media representatives and are not required to assess the appropriateness or condition of the personal protective equipment of news media representatives.

(6) A public body or public employee may not be held liable for the injury or death of a news media representative after the representative has entered the scene of a wildfire or natural disaster.

(7) The State Forestry Department, Department of State Police and any other state agency with responsibility for wildfire or natural disaster response may provide technical assistance to professional or trade associations representing news media or public bodies for the purpose of facilitating safety education.

(8) Representatives of news media organizations may not impede wildfire or natural disaster response vehicles through actions including but not limited to inappropriately parking a vehicle or failing to yield to a public safety vehicle. Any unattended vehicle that impedes public safety or emergency vehicle access to a scene of wildfire or natural disaster may be towed without notice.

(9) Nothing in this section alters the applicability of Federal Aviation Administration regulations that govern the closure or restriction of airspace over incidents that constitute the scene of a wildfire or natural disaster.

(10) This section does not apply to privately owned property and does not serve as an impediment to application of trespass laws, rules or ordinances.

(11) This section does not apply to property owned by:

(a) School districts, as defined in ORS 332.002 (Definitions for chapter) ;

(b) Public charter schools, as defined in ORS 338.005 (Definitions for chapter) ;

(c) Education service districts, as defined in ORS 334.003 (Definitions for chapter) ;

(d) Community college districts, as defined in ORS 341.005 (Definitions) ; or

(e) Public universities listed in ORS 352.002 (Public universities) .

(12) Nothing in this section may be construed to require a public body to issue news media credentials or to maintain a list of credentialed news media representatives. [2022 c.59 §1]

Note: 401.980 (Access to disaster sites by news media representatives) and 401.981 (Committee to establish guidelines) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 401 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 401.980 — Access to disaster sites by news media representatives , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.530 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.530
403.530 Deposit and disbursement of district moneys
Status: in_force

(1) Except as otherwise provided in ORS 403.500 (Definitions for ORS 403.500 to 403.542) to 403.542 (Contracts with United States) , the moneys of a radio and data district shall be deposited, in the discretion of the district board, either with the county treasurer of the county, in accordance with subsections (2) to (4) of this section, or in one or more banks or savings and loan associations to be designated by the board. Funds deposited in a bank or savings and loan association shall be withdrawn or paid out only upon proper order and warrant or check signed by the district administrator and countersigned by the president of the district board. The district board may by resolution designate other persons who may sign warrants or checks on behalf of the president or administrator.

(2) If district funds are deposited with the county treasurer, the county treasurer shall pay out moneys from the funds only upon the written order of the district board, signed by the president of the board and countersigned by the district administrator. The order shall specify the name of the person to whom the moneys are to be paid and the fund from which the moneys are to be paid, and shall state generally the purpose for which the payment is made. The order shall be entered in the minutes of the district board.

(3) The county treasurer shall keep the order as a voucher, and shall keep a specific account of receipts and disbursements of moneys for the district. [2009 c.584 §13]

Source: Section 403.530 — Deposit and disbursement of district moneys , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 402.210 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 402 / Section 402.210
402.210 Oregon Resource Coordination Assistance Agreement
Status: in_force

(1) There is created an intrastate mutual assistance agreement called the Oregon Resource Coordination Assistance Agreement.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The state government and, except as provided in this subsection, each local government is a participant in the agreement.

(b) A local government may opt out of participation in the agreement by adopting a resolution or ordinance so declaring and transmitting a copy of the resolution or ordinance to the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.

(c) An opt-out by a local government under this subsection is effective upon receipt by the director of a copy of the resolution or ordinance.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A tribal government is not a participant in the agreement unless it opts in as described in this subsection.

(b) A tribal government may opt in to participation in the agreement by adopting a resolution so declaring and transmitting the resolution to the director.

(c) An opt-in by a tribal government is effective upon receipt by the director of a copy of the resolution.

(4) The agreement streamlines the process by which a participant:

(a) Requests assistance from another participant whenever an event occurs; and

(b) Temporarily acquires resources from another participant for training, drills or exercises.

(5) The agreement does not:

(a) Require a participant to provide resources to a requesting participant.

(b) Preclude a participant from entering into any other agreement with another participant.

(c) Affect any other agreement to which a participant is a party or may become a party.

(6) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management shall develop, adopt and disseminate:

(a) Guidelines and procedures for requesting and providing assistance under the agreement;

(b) Requirements for recordkeeping by participants; and

(c) Other procedures and guidelines that the department considers necessary to implement the agreement in an effective and efficient manner. [Formerly 190.158; 2017 c.192 §3; 2021 c.539 §59]

Source: Section 402.210 — Oregon Resource Coordination Assistance Agreement; participants , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors402.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 398.414 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 398 / Section 398.414
398.414 Presumption of jurisdiction
Status: in_force

The jurisdiction of the military courts and boards established by this chapter and the Oregon Code of Military Justice shall be presumed and the burden of proof rests on any person seeking to oust those courts or boards of jurisdiction in any action or proceeding. [1961 c.454 §206; 2013 c.81 §17]

Source: Section 398.414 — Presumption of jurisdiction , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors398.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.225 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.225
403.225 Amounts collected held in trust
Status: in_force

(1) Every provider or seller required to collect the tax imposed by ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) to 403.230 (Application of other laws) is deemed to hold the same in trust for the State of Oregon and for the payment thereof to the Department of Revenue in the manner and at the time provided by ORS 403.215 (Returns) .

(2) If the provider or seller required to collect the tax fails to remit any amount deemed to be held in trust for the State of Oregon or if the consumer or subscriber fails to pay the tax, the department may enforce collection by the issuance of a distraint warrant for the collection of the delinquent amount and all penalties, interest and collection charges accrued thereon. The warrant is issued and proceeded upon in the same manner and has the same force and effect as is prescribed with respect to warrants for the collection of delinquent income taxes.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) In the case of a provider or seller that is assessed pursuant to the provisions of ORS 305.265 (Deficiency notice) (12) and 314.407 (Assessment of taxes owing but not submitted with return) (1), the department may issue a notice of liability to any officer, employee or member of the provider or seller within three years from the time of assessment. Within 30 days from the date the notice of liability is mailed to the officer, employee or member, the officer, employee or member shall pay the assessment, plus penalties and interest, or advise the department in writing of objections to the liability and, if desired, request a conference. Any conference shall be governed by the provisions of ORS 305.265 (Deficiency notice) pertaining to a conference requested from a notice of deficiency.

(b) After a conference or, if no conference is requested, a determination of the issues considering the written objections, the department shall mail the officer, employee or member a conference letter affirming, canceling or adjusting the notice of liability. Within 90 days from the date the conference letter is mailed to the officer, employee or member, the officer, employee or member shall pay the assessment, plus penalties and interest, or appeal to the tax court in the manner provided for an appeal from a notice of assessment.

(c) If neither payment nor written objection to the notice of liability is received by the department within 30 days after the notice of liability has been mailed, the notice of liability becomes final. In this event, the officer, employee or member may appeal the notice of liability to the tax court within 90 days after it became final in the manner provided for an appeal from a notice of assessment.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) In the case of a failure to file a return on the due date, governed by the provisions of ORS 305.265 (Deficiency notice) (10) and 314.400 (Penalty for failure to file report or return or to pay tax when due) , the department, in addition to the provisions of ORS 305.265 (Deficiency notice) (10) and 314.400 (Penalty for failure to file report or return or to pay tax when due) , may send notices of determination and assessment to any officer, employee or member any time within three years after the assessment. The time of assessment against the officer, employee or member shall be 30 days after the date the notice of determination and assessment is mailed. Within 30 days from the date the notice of determination and assessment is mailed to the officer, employee or member, the officer, employee or member shall pay the assessment, plus penalties and interest, or advise the department in writing of objections to the assessment and, if desired, request a conference. Any conference shall be governed by the provisions of ORS 305.265 (Deficiency notice) pertaining to a conference requested from a notice of deficiency.

(b) After a conference or, if no conference is requested, a determination of the issues considering the written objections, the department shall mail the officer, employee or member a conference letter affirming, canceling or adjusting the notice of determination and assessment. Within 90 days from the date the conference letter is mailed to the officer, employee or member, the officer, employee or member shall pay the assessment, plus penalties and interest, or appeal in the manner provided for an appeal from a notice of assessment.

(c) If neither payment nor written objection to the notice of determination and assessment is received by the department within 30 days after the notice of determination and assessment has been mailed, the notice of determination and assessment becomes final. In this event, the officer, employee or member may appeal the notice of determination and assessment to the tax court within 90 days after it became final in the manner provided for an appeal from a notice of assessment.

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(a) More than one officer, employee or member of a provider or seller may be held jointly and severally liable for payment of taxes.

(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of ORS 314.835 (Divulging particulars of returns and reports prohibited) , 314.840 (Disclosure of information) or 314.991 (Penalties) , if more than one officer, employee or member of a provider or seller may be held jointly and severally liable for payment of taxes, the department may require any or all of the officers, employees or members who may be held liable to appear before the department for a joint determination of liability. The department shall notify each officer, employee or member of the time and place set for the determination of liability.

(c) Each person notified of a joint determination under this subsection shall appear and present any information as is necessary to establish that person’s liability or nonliability for payment of taxes to the department. If any person notified fails to appear, the department shall make its determination on the basis of all the information and evidence presented. The department’s determination shall be binding on all persons notified and required to appear under this subsection.

(d) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) If an appeal is taken to the Oregon Tax Court pursuant to ORS 305.404 (Oregon Tax Court) to 305.560 (Appeals procedure generally) by any person determined to be liable for unpaid taxes under this subsection, each person required to appear before the department under this subsection shall be impleaded by the plaintiff. The department may implead any officer, employee or member who may be held jointly and severally liable for the payment of taxes. Each person impleaded under this paragraph shall be made a party to the action before the tax court and shall make available to the tax court any information as was presented before the department, as well as any other information as may be presented to the court.

(B) The court may determine that one or more persons impleaded under this paragraph are liable for unpaid taxes without regard to any earlier determination by the department that an impleaded person was not liable for unpaid taxes.

(C) If any person required to appear before the court under this subsection fails or refuses to appear or bring such information in part or in whole, or is outside the jurisdiction of the tax court, the court shall make its determination on the basis of all the evidence introduced. All such evidence shall constitute a public record and shall be available to the parties and the court notwithstanding ORS 314.835 (Divulging particulars of returns and reports prohibited) , 314.840 (Disclosure of information) or 314.991 (Penalties) . The determination of the tax court shall be binding on all persons made parties to the action under this subsection.

(e) This section may not be construed to preclude a determination by the department or the Oregon Tax Court that more than one officer, employee or member are jointly and severally liable for unpaid taxes. [Formerly 401.802; 2014 c.59 §7; 2021 c.212 §3]

Source: Section 403.225 — Amounts collected held in trust; enforcement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.205 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.205
403.205 Exemptions
Status: in_force

The tax imposed by ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) :

(1) Does not apply to:

(a) Services that the state is prohibited from taxing under the Constitution or laws of the United States or the Constitution or laws of the State of Oregon.

(b) Interconnection between telecommunications utilities and competitive access providers certified pursuant to ORS 759.020 (Certificate of authority) , common carriers and interexchange carriers.

(2) As imposed under ORS 403.200 (Imposition of tax) (1)(b), does not apply to services provided under the plan of assistance established under section 6, chapter 290, Oregon Laws 1987. [Formerly 401.794; 2015 c.247 §20; 2023 c.251 §7]

Note: See second note under 403.200 (Imposition of tax) .

Source: Section 403.205 — Exemptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.215 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.215
404.215 Workers’ compensation coverage
Status: in_force

(1) A county is conclusively deemed to have filed an election under ORS 656.031 (Coverage for municipal volunteer personnel) to provide workers’ compensation coverage for qualified search and rescue volunteers who:

(a) Perform search and rescue activities under the direction of the sheriff of the county or the designee of the sheriff; or

(b) Are sent by the sheriff of the county or the designee of the sheriff to perform search and rescue activities under the direction of the sheriff of another county or the designee of the sheriff of the other county.

(2) When a qualified search and rescue volunteer offers to perform search and rescue activities in a county in which the volunteer is not registered and the volunteer was not sent to the county by the sheriff, or the designee of the sheriff, of a county in which the volunteer is registered, the county in which the volunteer performs search and rescue activities is conclusively deemed to have filed an election under ORS 656.031 (Coverage for municipal volunteer personnel) to provide workers’ compensation coverage for the volunteer if the sheriff or the designee of the sheriff acknowledges the volunteer’s qualifications at the scene.

(3) An insurer or self-insured employer may fix assumed wage rates for qualified search and rescue volunteers, which may be used only for purposes of computations under ORS chapter 656, and shall require the regular payment of premiums or assessments based on the hours of service by qualified search and rescue volunteers. A self-insured employer shall submit the assumed wage rates to the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services. If the director finds that the rates are unreasonable, the director may fix appropriate rates to be used for purposes of this section.

(4) A county that is a self-insured employer under ORS chapter 656 may apply to an insurer for workers’ compensation coverage for qualified search and rescue volunteers only, while continuing to self-insure the other subject workers of the county. If an insurer decides not to provide workers’ compensation coverage for qualified search and rescue volunteers of the county, coverage shall be provided through the assigned risk pool.

(5) Qualified search and rescue volunteers and their beneficiaries are not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits under this section if the volunteer is performing search and rescue activities during an emergency and is provided with workers’ compensation coverage under ORS 401.368 (Workers’ compensation benefits) . [2009 c.718 §14; 2011 c.403 §2]

Source: Section 404.215 — Workers’ compensation coverage , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.355 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.355
396.355 Property loss incident to activities of organized militia
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “settle” means consider, ascertain, adjust, determine and dispose of a claim, whether by full or partial allowance or by disallowance.

(2) Under such military department regulations as the Governor may prescribe, the Governor or, subject to appeal to the Governor, the Adjutant General, may settle and pay in an amount not more than $500 a claim against the state for:

(a) Damage to or loss of real property, including damage or loss incident to use and occupancy; and

(b) Damage to or loss of personal property, either caused by a member of the organized militia acting within the scope of assigned duties, or otherwise incident to noncombat activities of the organized militia.

(3) A claim may be allowed under subsection (2) of this section only if:

(a) It is presented in writing within one year after it accrues;

(b) It is not payable under section 2733 or 2734 of title 10, United States Code, under section 2672 of title 28, United States Code or under section 715 of title 32, United States Code;

(c) The damage to, or loss of, property was not caused wholly or partly by a negligent or wrongful act of the claimant, agent or employee of the claimant; and

(d) It is substantiated as prescribed in regulations issued pursuant to this chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399.

(4) No claim may be paid under this section unless the amount tendered is accepted by the claimant in full satisfaction.

(5) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the settlement of a claim under this section is final and conclusive.

(6) Claims approved for payment under this section shall be paid from moneys available to the military department. [1961 c.454 §29; 1963 c.169 §6; 1981 c.471 §1]

Source: Section 396.355 — Property loss incident to activities of organized militia , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.088 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.088
401.088 Interagency agreements
Status: in_force

The Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management may enter into interagency agreements with other state agencies that the director determines are necessary to carry out the duties of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. [Formerly 401.269; 2021 c.539 §9]

Source: Section 401.088 — Interagency agreements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 396.545 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 396 / Section 396.545
396.545 Leases and agreements for use of armories
Status: in_force

(1) The person, firm, association or corporation applying for the rental of an armory or space within an armory shall execute and deliver a written agreement which shall include among its provisions its full name and address, the purpose for which such use is desired, the nature and manner of the intended use of such space, a reasonable rental to be paid for such use and the amounts to be paid for heating, lighting, janitorial and other services connected with such use. The terms and provisions of such agreement shall be governed by military department regulations issued pursuant to this chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399, which regulations shall include provisions designed to prevent unfair competition with privately owned property and business.

(2) No agreement for use made under this section shall be effective until such agreement or lease has been approved and executed by the officer in charge of the armory and has been approved by military superiors as prescribed by military department regulations issued pursuant to this chapter and ORS chapters 398 and 399.

(3) No agreement or lease made under this section may be assigned in whole or in part nor may such space or any part thereof be sublet to or used by a person, firm, association or corporation not a party to such agreement, unless each assignment, subletting or use is first approved in writing by the officer in charge of the armory.

(4) All moneys paid or given, directly or indirectly, for the use of an armory or to obtain an agreement or permission to use the armory shall be use fees within the meaning of this section and shall be paid to the officer in charge of the armory. Any person other than the officer in charge of the armory who receives any such moneys shall immediately pay over the moneys to the officer in charge of the armory, who shall immediately forward such moneys for deposit in the Military Department Miscellaneous Receipts Account in the State Treasury to be available for Oregon Military Department expenses.

(5) Notwithstanding any of the provisions of ORS 396.505 (Definition of “armory” for ORS 396.505 to 396.545) to 396.545 (Leases and agreements for use of armories) , when use of an armory is by a federal, state, county or municipal bureau, agency or department or by any of the Armed Forces of the United States or any of the reserve components thereof, or by any reserve officers training corps unit, the Adjutant General, in the discretion of the Adjutant General, may require the execution of a contract or agreement for such use, upon such terms and conditions as the Adjutant General may prescribe. [1961 c.454 §38; 1973 c.297 §3; 1989 c.360 §6]

Source: Section 396.545 — Leases and agreements for use of armories , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors396.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.082 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.082
401.082 Advisory and technical committees
Status: in_force

(1) To aid and advise the Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management in the performance of the functions of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, the director may establish such advisory and technical committees as the director considers necessary. The committees may be continuing or temporary. The director shall determine the representation, membership, terms and organization of the committees and shall appoint their members. The director is an ex officio member of each committee.

(2) Members of the committees are not entitled to compensation, but in the discretion of the director may be reimbursed from funds available to the department for actual and necessary travel and other expenses incurred by them in the performance of their official duties in the manner and amount provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) . [Formerly 401.267; 2021 c.539 §8]

Source: Section 401.082 — Advisory and technical committees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 401.657 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 401 / Section 401.657
401.657 Emergency health care facility
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority may designate all or part of a health care facility or other location as an emergency health care center. If the Governor declares a state of emergency under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , or declares a state of public health emergency under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) , emergency health care centers may be used for:

(a) Evaluation and referral of individuals affected by the emergency;

(b) Provision of health care services; and

(c) Preparation of patients for transportation.

(2) The Oregon Health Authority may enter into cooperative agreements with a local public health authority, as defined in ORS 431.003 (Definitions) , that allow the local public health authority to designate emergency health care centers under this section.

(3) An emergency health care center designated under this section must have an emergency operations plan and a credentialing plan that governs the use of emergency health care providers registered under ORS 401.654 (Registry of emergency health care providers) and other health care providers who volunteer to perform health care services at the center under ORS 401.651 (Definitions for ORS 401.651 to 401.670) to 401.670 (Rules) . The emergency operations plan and credentialing plan must comply with rules governing those plans adopted by the Oregon Health Authority. [2003 c.298 §4; 2007 c.445 §39; 2009 c.595 §228; 2009 c.718 §7; 2015 c.736 §55; 2021 c.539 §81]

Source: Section 401.657 — Emergency health care facility; emergency operations plan; credentialing plan; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors401.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 404.125 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 404 / Section 404.125
404.125 Critique of search and rescue incident
Status: in_force

(1) After a search and rescue, the sheriff of the county in which the search and rescue took place shall conduct a critique of the incident:

(a) If, in the opinion of the sheriff, the critique would be useful; or

(b) Upon request from an individual directly involved in the incident.

(2) As part of the critique, the sheriff shall examine the search and rescue report and may receive testimony and information from persons involved in the incident.

(3) When a critique of a search and rescue is conducted under this section, the sheriff shall prepare findings of fact concerning the search and rescue, including the investigatory component, and may prepare recommendations for the conduct of future incidents or propose amendments to the search and rescue plan under which the search and rescue was conducted.

(4) If amendments to the search and rescue plan are proposed and adopted, the sheriff shall file the amended search and rescue plan with the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.

(5) The department shall, in consultation with the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association, develop a standardized critique form to be used in the search and rescue critiques performed by a sheriff under this section. [Formerly 401.576; 2021 c.539 §88f]

Source: Section 404.125 — Critique of search and rescue incident; filing amended search and rescue plan with Oregon Department of Emergency Management , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors404.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 403.540 — OR Code / Title 32 / Chapter 403 / Section 403.540
403.540 Authority for issuance of general obligation bonds and revenue bonds
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever authorized by the electors of the district, the district board of a radio and data district may issue general obligation bonds of the district, not exceeding the principal amount stated in the notice of election and for the purpose therein named.

(2) In addition to the authority to issue general obligation bonds, a district, when authorized by a majority of those voting at an election called for that purpose, may sell and dispose of revenue bonds, and pledge as security therefor all or any part of the unobligated net revenue of the district to purchase, acquire, construct, reconstruct or improve a facility, or to perform any of those acts in combination, for any authorized purpose. Revenue bonds shall be issued in the same manner and form as are general obligation bonds of the district, but they shall be payable, both as to principal and interest, from revenues only. Revenue bonds shall be payable solely from such part of the revenue of the district as remains after payment of obligations having a priority and of all expenses of operation and maintenance of the district, including any taxes levied against the district. All revenue bonds shall contain a clause reciting that both the principal and interest are payable solely from operating revenues of the district remaining after paying such obligations and expenses.

(3) General obligation and revenue bonds must recite that they are issued under ORS 403.500 (Definitions for ORS 403.500 to 403.542) to 403.542 (Contracts with United States) . All bonds shall be signed by the president of the district board and attested by the district administrator.

(4) All general obligation and revenue bonds issued, including refunding bonds, shall be issued as prescribed in ORS chapter 287A. [2009 c.584 §17]

Source: Section 403.540 — Authority for issuance of general obligation bonds and revenue bonds; issuance and sale , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors403.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).