SJR 1
Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution directing Legislative Assembly, notwithstanding any provision of Ballot Measure 50 (1997), to enact laws necessary to ensure that property taxes are equitable and fairly apportioned.
| Status | In Senate Committee (SFR) |
| Session | 2019 Regular Session |
| Requested by | (at the request of Senate Interim Committee on Finance and Revenue) |
| Fiscal impact | May have fiscal impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Revenue impact | May have revenue impact, but no statement yet issued |
Bill Text
Proposes a constitutional amendment directing the Legislative Assembly to enact laws ensuring equitable and fair property tax apportionment.
Overview#
Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution directing Legislative Assembly, notwithstanding any provision of Ballot Measure 50 (1997), to enact laws necessary to ensure that property taxes are equitable and fairly apportioned. Provides that such legislation is not subject to constitutional emergency declaration prohibition. Refers proposed amendment to people for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.
Legislative History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-01-14 | S | Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk. |
| 2019-01-15 | S | Referred to Finance and Revenue, then Rules. |
| 2019-06-30 | S | In committee upon adjournment. |