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Senate Joint Resolution 27

Dead Senate Joint Resolution

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.

Introduced: January 13, 2025 Updated: June 27, 2025
Quick info
Chief Sponsor(s) Senator Bonham , Senator Robinson
Regular Sponsor(s) Senator Smith DB , (Presession filed.)
Status Dead
Session 2025 Regular Session
History

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.
Other bills from 2025 Regular Session
  • Creates the crime of unlawful transport, manufacture or transfer of a rapid fire activator.

  • 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.

  • 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.