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Oregon Senate Passes Gun Control Bill, Heads to Governor’s Desk The Oregon Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would require people to keep unattended guns locked up, ban firearms in the Oregon Capitol building and airports, and would permit schools to ban guns. It now heads to the governor’s desk to be signed into law. After a brief debate, the “safe-storage” bill, Senate Bill 554, passed the state Senate on a vote of 17-7, with all Republicans voting “no.” The bill mandates that gun owners secure unattended weapons with trigger locks or in locked compartments. Those who don’t would be strictly liable for any injuries or property damage. If a minor gets ahold of an unsecured firearm, the gun’s owner would face a maximum $2,000 fine. ....
ONTARIO A bill requiring that local governments allow for the siting of emergency shelters for people who are homeless was passed in the Oregon Senate on Monday and as it carries an emergency declaration, it now heads for the governorâs desk. House Bill 2006 began life in the House, with House Speaker Tina Kotek, chief sponsor; it was passed by the House in April. As intended, these shelters would be buildings, or clusters of buildings, to be used as temporary shelters for people who lack permanent housing. Shelters would include sleeping quarters and restrooms for families, must comply with applicable building codes and must be located in an urban growth boundary or in an area zoned for rural residential use. ....
Kaylee Domzalski Originally published on May 3, 2021 4:06 pm For the second time in a year, the Oregon Legislature has approved a bill that lowers the bar for creating homeless shelters across the state. In a 26-1 vote, the Oregon Senate on Monday approved House Bill 2006. The bill requires cities to approve proposed homeless shelters if they meet certain criteria, such as offering access to transportation, complying with building codes, and posing no health or safety threat. As long as the standards are met, zoning rules or other planning regulations that can frequently stymie shelters will not be an obstacle. HB 2006 now awaits a signature from Gov. Kate Brown, and will take effect once signed. ....
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the Pacific Northwest states of Oregon and Washington, their governors quickly reacted with shutdowns. Now they are about to impose new restrictions again as infections ....
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