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Senate Bill 473

Dead Senate Bill

Prohibits the possession of a firearm by a person convicted of menacing a public official.

Introduced: January 13, 2025 Updated: June 27, 2025
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History

1-13 (S)

Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

1-17 (S)

Referred to Judiciary.

2-11 (S)

Public Hearing held.

4-11 (S)

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments. (Printed A-Eng.)

4-14 (S)

Second reading.

4-15 (S)

Third reading. Carried by Broadman. Passed. Ayes, 29; Excused, 1--Woods.

4-15 (H)

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

4-16 (H)

Referred to Judiciary.

4-23 (H)

Public Hearing held.

5-28 (H)

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be printed B-Engrossed.

5-29 (H)

Second reading.

6-2 (H)

Motion to refer to Rules carried. Referred.

6-27 (H)

In committee upon adjournment.

Overview

  • Creates a firearm possession prohibition tied to convictions for menacing a public official.

Key provisions

  • Prohibits possession of a firearm by a person convicted of menacing a public official.
  • Establishes court procedures for firearm surrender and compliance.
  • Frames the prohibition as a specific consequence for the offense.

Penalties / enforcement

  • Unlawful firearm possession under this prohibition is punishable by up to 364 days’ imprisonment and a $6,250 fine.
  • Courts oversee surrender procedures and compliance requirements.

Effective date / timeline

  • Declares an emergency; effective on passage.

Exceptions / carve-outs

  • Applies specifically to convictions for menacing a public official.
Other bills from 2025 Regular Session
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  • Directs the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to classify theft of a firearm as a crime category 8 offense on the sentencing guidelines grid of the commission.

  • Provides that a person is automatically qualified to obtain a permit to purchase a firearm if the person holds a valid concealed handgun license.

  • Creates new theft offenses related to dwellings and increases penalties for organized retail theft when a firearm is present.