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OregonHB 23422025 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Relating to fees concerning wildlife; and prescribing an effective date.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

21 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 14 costs, 3 mixed.

Fines up to $6,500 for wildlife violations

Starting Jan 1, 2026, the Commission can set civil fines for breaking wildlife laws. Each violation can cost up to $6,500. Collected fines go to the State Wildlife Fund.

Higher hunting and fishing license fees

Starting January 1, 2026, you pay a new fee schedule for licenses, tags, stamps, and permits. For example, an annual resident hunting license is $39 and a nonresident license is $193 in 2026. In 2028, annual hunting is $42 for residents and $208 for nonresidents; annual angling is $53 and $146. A 2030 schedule sets higher specialty fees; for example, a deer guide tag is $751. The department may charge each new schedule early for purchases made before the date when the activity happens on or after that date.

Multiyear hunting and angling licenses

Beginning January 1, 2026, you can buy multiyear hunting or angling licenses. The Commission sets the fees. It may offer a discount so the per‑year price is lower than buying each year.

Easier illness waiver for veteran crabbers

Beginning January 1, 2026, a veteran vessel owner can get a one‑season illness waiver more easily. If a service‑related disability kept the owner from lawfully landing crab in two seasons in the set period, the law presumes the waiver should be granted. That presumption can be overcome only with clear and convincing evidence that the disability did not prevent the landings.

Ban on remote-controlled hunting weapons

Starting January 1, 2026, the Commission must ban using the internet or broadcasts to remotely control a weapon for hunting. The ban covers hunting of game birds and mammals. The rules may exempt the Fish and Wildlife Department or its agents.

New funds for fish research and conservation

Starting Jan 1, 2026, the state creates two dedicated subaccounts. One funds Rogue–South Coast research and monitoring under the 2021 plan, which the Commission can update and must make public. The other holds ocean endorsement revenue and can be used only to promote and enhance marine fisheries and conservation.

Higher intertidal permit fees

Beginning January 1, 2026, the annual permit to take animals living intertidally on the bottom costs $140 for residents and $196 for nonresidents. The director may charge these rates before 2026 for permits used on or after that date.

New ocean fishing endorsement and fees

Beginning January 1, 2026, most ocean fishing needs a new endorsement. It does not apply to shellfish, salmon, or steelhead. The Commission can require a daily or annual endorsement and must charge the set fees. Money from endorsements goes to the Marine Fisheries Enhancement Fund.

Surcharge for missing hunter reports

If you do not complete required hunting reports, you may pay up to a $25 surcharge when you renew your hunting license. The money goes to the State Wildlife Fund. This applies starting Jan 1, 2026.

Higher intertidal bottom permit fees

Fees to take animals living intertidally on the bottom increase. On Jan 1, 2028, the fee is $146 for residents and $204 for nonresidents. On Jan 1, 2030, it is $152 and $212. The Fish and Wildlife Director may charge the new rates early for permits filed before those dates when activity is on or after them.

Higher commercial fishing and boat fees

License fees go up in 2026, 2028, and 2030. For a boat license under 50 feet, residents pay $392 in 2026, $408 in 2028, and $424 in 2030. Nonresidents pay $448, then $466, then $485. A commercial fishing license costs $112 for residents and $168 for nonresidents in 2026, rising to $117/$175 in 2028 and $122/$182 in 2030. The Commission may charge the new rates early for licenses filed before those dates when the activity is on or after them.

Higher Dungeness crab fishery fees

Fees to participate in the ocean Dungeness crab fishery rise in steps. Starting Jan 1, 2026, residents pay $224 and nonresidents pay $280. On Jan 1, 2028, fees rise to $242 and $303. On Jan 1, 2030, fees rise to $252 and $315.

Higher fish landing value assessments

Buyers, canners, bait dealers, and wholesalers pay a percent of landing value. Starting Jan 1, 2026: tuna 1.22%, crab 2.63%, shrimp 2.69%, sablefish 2.69%. On Jan 1, 2028: tuna 1.27%, crab 2.74%, shrimp 2.80%, sablefish 2.80%. On Jan 1, 2030: tuna 1.32%, crab 2.85%, shrimp 2.91%, sablefish 2.91%.

Higher limited fish seller fees

If you hold a commercial fishing license and get a limited fish seller permit, the annual fee increases. Resident fees are $112, then $117, then $122. Nonresident fees are $168, then $175, then $182.

Higher sea urchin fishery fees

Sea urchin participation fees rise in 2026, 2028, and 2030. Residents pay $140 in 2026, $146 in 2028, and $152 in 2030; nonresidents pay $196, $204, and $212. Each transfer of participation rights costs $115. The Commission may charge the new rates early for applications filed before those dates when participation happens on or after them.

Higher vessel permit fees statewide

Many vessel permits have higher annual fees in 2026, with more increases in 2028 and 2030. A common set of permits costs $140 for residents and $196 for nonresidents in 2026, $146/$204 in 2028, and $152/$212 in 2030. Another permit type is $224 (resident) and $280 (nonresident) in 2026, rising to $233/$291 in 2028 and $242/$303 in 2030. Each time you transfer a vessel permit, you pay $115.

Roe-herring fishery fees and review

Starting Jan 1, 2026, roe‑herring participation costs $140 for residents and $196 for nonresidents. On Jan 1, 2028 (and in 2030), it rises to $152 and $212. Each transfer of participation rights costs $115. From 2028 on, asking the Commercial Fishery Permit Board for a review costs $125, which applies toward permit fees if you win. The state may charge the 2026 rates early for applications filed before Jan 1, 2026, when participation occurs on or after that date.

Tighter rules to transfer fishing permits

Starting January 1, 2026, commercial fishing vessel permit transfers face tighter rules and a $115 fee per transfer. Most permits can be moved only once in 12 months and need written consent from all security‑interest holders; some also need department approval. Size limits apply, such as a five‑foot length cap for many permits, and crab permits generally cannot go to vessels more than 10 feet longer or over 99 feet. Extra thresholds apply to some fisheries, like three years of scallop fishing with 5,000 pounds landed yearly before a scallop permit can move, and at least five renewals and five qualifying landings last year for a nearshore rockfish permit. The board may waive the once‑per‑year limit for undue hardship.

Special fishing drawings, raffles, and auctions

Beginning January 1, 2026, the Commission can offer special fishing chances through drawings, raffles, or auctions. You pay an application or entry fee to take part. Winners or buyers get access to limited or unique fishing opportunities.

Higher rockfish permit fees and research

Black and blue rockfish vessel permit fees rise in 2026, 2028, and 2030. Residents pay $140 in 2026, $146 in 2028, and $152 in 2030; nonresidents pay $196, $204, and $212. All fees collected go into the Black Rockfish, Blue Rockfish and Nearshore Species Research Account to support research.

Technical repeals tied to other bills

The law repeals Section 62, chapter 779 (2015). If House Bill 2343 becomes law, section 3 of this Act is repealed. If Senate Bill 812 becomes law, section 4 of this Act is repealed. These changes are technical and may affect rules only if those other bills are enacted.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

There is no primary sponsor on record.

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 138 • No: 49

House vote • 6/27/2025

House concurred in Senate amendments and repassed bill.

Yes: 37 • No: 12

Senate vote • 6/23/2025

Rules suspended. Third reading. Carried by Gorsek. Passed.

Yes: 19 • No: 10

legislature vote • 6/18/2025

Ways and Means: Heard and Reported Out with Amendments

Yes: 15 • No: 5

House vote • 6/12/2025

Third reading. Carried by Helm. Passed.

Yes: 40 • No: 17

legislature vote • 6/6/2025

Ways and Means: Heard and Reported Out

Yes: 18 • No: 5

House vote • 3/24/2025

Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water: Heard and Reported Out with Amendments

Yes: 9 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Chapter 564, (2025 Laws): Effective date September 26, 2025.

    8/13/2025House

  2. Governor signed.

    7/24/2025House

  3. President signed.

    6/30/2025Senate

  4. Speaker signed.

    6/30/2025House

  5. House concurred in Senate amendments and repassed bill.

    6/27/2025House

  6. Rules suspended. Third reading. Carried by Gorsek. Passed.

    6/23/2025Senate

  7. Second reading.

    6/23/2025Senate

  8. Recommendation: Do pass with amendments to the A-Eng. bill, to resolve conflicts. (Printed B-Eng.)

    6/20/2025Senate

  9. Work Session held.

    6/18/2025Senate

  10. Referred to Ways and Means.

    6/16/2025Senate

  11. First reading. Referred to President's desk.

    6/16/2025Senate

  12. Third reading. Carried by Helm. Passed.

    6/12/2025House

  13. Second reading.

    6/11/2025House

  14. Recommendation: Do pass.

    6/11/2025House

  15. Work Session held.

    6/6/2025House

  16. Returned to Full Committee.

    5/28/2025House

  17. Work Session held.

    5/28/2025House

  18. Assigned to Subcommittee On Natural Resources.

    5/21/2025House

  19. Referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.

    3/27/2025House

  20. Recommendation: Do pass with amendments, be printed A-Engrossed, and be referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.

    3/27/2025House

  21. Work Session held.

    3/24/2025House

  22. Public Hearing held.

    2/24/2025House

  23. Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.

    1/17/2025House

  24. First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

    1/13/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enrolled

    6/28/2025

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  • B-Engrossed

    6/20/2025

    PDF

  • Senate Amendments to A-Engrossed

    6/20/2025

    PDF

  • JWM Amendment -A3 (Adopted)

    6/18/2025

    PDF

  • A-Engrossed

    3/27/2025

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  • House Amendments to Introduced

    3/27/2025

    PDF

  • HALNRW Amendment -2 (Adopted)

    3/24/2025

    PDF

  • Introduced

    1/10/2025

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