Oregon HB 4145 — Relating to firearms; and declaring an emergency.

Oregon, 2026R1. HB 4145: Relating to firearms; and declaring an emergency.

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April 13, 2026 — Chapter 120, (2026 Laws): Effective date April 7, 2026.

Summary

] [Modifies the firearm permit provisions of Ballot Measure 114 (2022). Specifies where a person may apply for a permit to purchase a firearm and adds an eligibility requirement. Provides that information obtained during the application process and during the criminal background check and maintained within the database of permit holders is exempt from disclosure as a public record. Extends the time, from 30 to 60 days from receipt of the application, by which a permit agent must issue a permit to a qualified applicant or mail reasons for a denial in writing to the applicant. Increases the maximum fee that may be charged for an initial application for and renewal of a permit. Specifies the portion of the fee payable to the Department of State Police for conducting a criminal background check. Establishes alternatives to a firearms training course or class that may be used to satisfy the requirement of proof of completion of a firearm safety course for the permit. Provides that permits are not required for firearm transfers until January 1, 2028. Establishes an exception to the permit requirement for certain active law enforcement officers.] [Modifies the affirmative defense language for the large-capacity magazine provisions of Ballot Measure 114 (2022). Provides that a person may not be prosecuted for prohibited conduct occurring while enforcement of the provisions is enjoined by a court. Provides that gun dealers and manufacturers have 180 days after entry of an appellate judgment reversing or vacating the injunction to take certain actions concerning large-capacity magazines.] [Provides that a challenge to the legality of the Act must be commenced in the Circuit Court for Marion County.] [Provides that the Legislative Assembly does not intend the Act to affect current court proceedings concerning Ballot Measure 114 (2022).] Provides that the provisions of Ballot Measure 114 (2022) apply to firearm transfers conducted, and large-capacity magazine manufacture, importation, possession, use, purchase, sale or transfer occurring, on or after January 1, 2028. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

• Dacia Grayber — primary sponsor
• April Dobson
• Lisa Fragala
• Floyd Prozanski
• Sarah McDonald
• Jason Kropf
• Lisa Reynolds
• James Manning Jr.

Bill text

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Recorded votes

Legislative history

1. April 13, 2026Chapter 120, (2026 Laws): Effective date April 7, 2026.
2. April 7, 2026Governor signed.
3. March 10, 2026President signed.
4. March 10, 2026Speaker signed.
5. March 6, 2026Vote explanation(s) filed by Diehl.
6. March 6, 2026House concurred in Senate amendments and repassed bill.
7. March 5, 2026Rules suspended. Third reading. Carried by Reynolds. Passed.
8. March 5, 2026Second reading.
9. March 4, 2026Recommendation: Do pass with amendments to the A-Eng. bill. (Printed B-Eng.)
10. March 4, 2026Work Session held.
11. February 27, 2026Public Hearing held.
12. February 25, 2026Vote explanation(s) filed by Chaichi.
13. February 26, 2026Referred to Rules.
14. February 26, 2026First reading. Referred to President's desk.
15. February 25, 2026Passed.
16. February 25, 2026Third reading. Carried by McDonald.
17. February 25, 2026Motion to re-refer to Judiciary failed.
18. February 25, 2026Rules suspended. Carried over to February 25, 2026 Calendar.
19. February 24, 2026Carried over to February 24, 2026 Calendar by virtue of adjournment.
20. February 20, 2026Rules suspended. Carried over to February 23, 2026 Calendar.
21. February 19, 2026Second reading.
22. February 18, 2026Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be printed A-Engrossed.
23. February 16, 2026Work Session held.
24. February 2, 2026Public Hearing held.
25. February 2, 2026Referred to Judiciary.
26. February 2, 2026First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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