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Senate rules committee advances resolution honoring Leonard Krug, longtime Oregon anglers volunteer
Summary
The Senate Rules Committee voted to move SCR 19 to the Senate floor with a "be adopted" recommendation after testimony from Senator David Brock Smith and family members about Leonard Krug’s decades of volunteer work with the Oregon Anglers Alliance.
The Oregon Senate Rules Committee voted to send Senate Concurrent Resolution 19 to the Senate floor with a “be adopted” recommendation after members heard testimony recognizing Leonard Krug’s volunteer work on behalf of Oregon anglers.
Senator David Brock Smith, who represents Senate District 1 in southwest Oregon, introduced the measure and described Krug as “a founding member of the Oregon Ambulance Alliance” and an expert on fishing and natural-resource issues along the coast. “He was truly irreplaceable,” Brock Smith said during the committee’s public hearing.
Why it matters: The resolution formally records the Legislature’s appreciation for Krug’s service to coastal fishing communities and volunteer work with anglers’ organizations. Committee members said the measure offers a way for the Legislature to acknowledge years of unpaid civic work that benefited local fisheries and hatchery efforts.
Family testimony and record of service Anna Krug, Leonard Krug’s wife, testified remotely and gave committee members a detailed account of his volunteer activities. “Leonard was literally born with a fishing pole in his hand,” she said, describing his lifelong commitment to fishing, hatchery work and youth programs. Anna Krug told the committee Leonard helped form the Oregon Anglers Alliance, routinely worked with tribes, commercial fishermen and state agencies, and taught himself digital tools so he could coordinate statewide advocacy.
Committee discussion and action Committee members responded with condolences and support for the measure. Senator Manning said many public servants’ work goes unrecognized and he supported advancing the resolution. The committee then moved SCR 19 to the floor with a “be adopted” recommendation.
Votes at the committee A motion to move SCR 19 to the floor with a “be adopted” recommendation passed on roll call. Recorded ayes in the committee included Senator Goldman, Senator Manning, Senator Patrick, Vice Chair Bolan, and Chair Jones; the motion carried.
Next steps Senator David Brock Smith is expected to carry the resolution on the Senate floor, where the full Senate will consider the committee’s recommendation.
