Senate Joint Resolution 27
Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution establishing a right to carry concealed firearms. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
1-13 (S)
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
1-17 (S)
Referred to Rules.
6-27 (S)
In committee upon adjournment.
Overview
- Refers a constitutional amendment to voters to establish a right to carry concealed firearms in Oregon.
Key provisions
- Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution creating a right to carry concealed firearms.
- Refers the proposed amendment to the people for approval or rejection.
- Targets the next regular general election for the referral.
Penalties / enforcement
- No criminal penalties; resolution proposes a constitutional change.
- Effect depends on voter approval at the general election.
Effective date / timeline
- Referral is to the next regular general election.
- Effective date contingent on voter approval.
Exceptions / carve-outs
- No specific exceptions noted in the OLIS summary.
- Senate Bill 243Enacted
Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator.
- House Bill 2172Dead
Directs the Department of State Police to create and maintain a list of states that recognize Oregon concealed handgun licenses and require a demonstration of handgun competency to obtain a license that is similar to the requirement in Oregon.
- House Bill 2294Dead
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.
- House Bill 2396Dead
Provides that a person is automatically qualified to obtain a permit to purchase a firearm if the person holds a valid concealed handgun license.
- House Bill 2535Dead
Creates new theft offenses related to dwellings and increases penalties for organized retail theft when a firearm is present.