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Senate approves change to farm‑use property assessment for illegal marijuana grows
3649053 · June 3, 2025
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Summary
Senate Bill 347 A removes special agricultural assessment for farmland used in illegal marijuana cultivation, aiming to deter cartel activity and protect farm property tax integrity.
The Oregon State Senate passed Senate Bill 347 A on third reading after proponents described the measure as a tool to deter illegal marijuana grows that lease farmland and abuse water rights.
Senator David Brock Smith, who sponsored the bill, told colleagues the legislation removes farmland from special assessment if the owner is found guilty of facilitating illegal cannabis…
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