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House approves targeted updates to Oregon’s bottle bill, pilots nonprofit redemption center in Portland

3446337 · May 21, 2025
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Summary

Senate Bill 992 passed the House with measures to allow an alternative redemption center in downtown Portland, create convenience zones with adjusted retail return rules and incorporate elements of three other bills to modernize container redemption.

The House passed Senate Bill 992 on third reading, a package of changes aimed at modernizing Oregon’s bottle bill. Representative Grama, the floor sponsor, described the bill as a set of “carefully tailored improvements” intended to preserve convenience while addressing operational challenges in urban areas.

Representative Grama told members SB 992 creates an “alternative access…

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