Senate approves 30-day RV trip permit for nonresidents, directs revenue to state parks fund
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Summary
House Bill 2660 creates a limited 30-day permit for nonresident RV buyers purchased through certified Oregon dealers, requires out-of-state registration intent and dealer certification, sets the fee at $70 and directs revenue to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department Fund; sponsor said DMV can implement via existing dealer portal.
The Senate passed House Bill 2660, creating a limited 30-day trip permit for nonresidents who purchase recreational vehicles in Oregon from certified Oregon dealers.
Sponsor Senator Gorsuch said the 30-day permit addresses a practical problem for out-of-state buyers who currently receive only the 10-day permit available to residents, which can discourage travel and tourism. "The 30 day permit is only available to non residents and will only be, through certified Oregon RV dealers," Gorsuch said. The permit requires proof of out-of-state residency, intent to title outside Oregon, is limited to one permit per vehicle, cannot be obtained online, and costs $70. All revenue from the permit will go to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department Fund.
Gorsuch told colleagues the Oregon DMV took a neutral position and confirmed it could implement the program through the existing dealer portal at no additional cost to the agency. The sponsor argued the change supports rural economies, tourism, and local businesses by giving visitors more flexibility to travel and stay in Oregon.
The bill passed on third reading; the clerk announced that House Bill 2660A "having received a constitutional majority is declared passed." The measure does not change registration requirements for Oregon residents and includes safeguards to prevent misuse.
The implementation will be administrative and rely on the DMV's dealer portal; the revenue stream is earmarked for state parks and recreation.
