Dianne Lugo

2 weeks ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

Legislative committees advanced bills increasing firearm regulations, including implementing Measure 114 and establishing a firearms dealer licensing program. House Bill 3075 would modify Measure 114, increasing permit fees and lengthening processing times. House Bill 3076 would establish a licensing program for gun dealers with tiered fees and various operational requirements. Senate Bill 243 includes a 72-hour waiting period for firearm transfers and a ban on rapid-fire activators.

2 weeks ago | registerguard.com | Dianne Lugo

A bill being considered by Oregon lawmakers would legalize lane filtering and lane splitting for motorcyclists, allowing them to drive between lanes if traffic is stopped or slowed to 10 mph or less. "This bill is not about letting riders cut the line," said Stacy Clark, chief of staff for Rep. Mark Owens, R-Crane, who was unable to attend the public hearing Monday evening. "It's about safety, clarity, and enforcement."House Bill 3542 is similar to a bill that Gov.

2 weeks ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

A bill being considered by Oregon lawmakers would legalize lane filtering and lane splitting for motorcyclists, allowing them to drive between lanes if traffic is stopped or slowed to 10 mph or less. "This bill is not about letting riders cut the line," said Stacy Clark, chief of staff for Rep. Mark Owens, R-Crane, who was unable to attend the public hearing Monday evening. "It's about safety, clarity, and enforcement."House Bill 3542 is similar to a bill that Gov.

3 weeks ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

The Oregon Senate passed a bill that prevents the removal of books from schools based solely on content about protected classes. Book challenges in Oregon schools have significantly increased, particularly targeting materials featuring underrepresented groups. The bill, passing along party lines, aims to curb censorship and ensure diverse perspectives in educational materials.

3 weeks ago | registerguard.com | Dianne Lugo

The Oregon Senate passed a bill that prevents the removal of books from schools based solely on content about protected classes. Book challenges in Oregon schools have significantly increased, particularly targeting materials featuring underrepresented groups. The bill, passing along party lines, aims to curb censorship and ensure diverse perspectives in educational materials.