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Committee advances DEQ regulatory agreements bill after debate on conflicts and workforce protections
Summary
House Bill 41 02, which modifies DEQ's authority to enter agreements to expedite or enhance regulatory processes, was advanced to the Senate floor after committee debate about privatizing permitting, conflicts of interest and protections for DEQ staff; a roll‑call was recorded.
The Senate Energy and Environment Committee moved House Bill 41 02 to the Senate floor on Feb. 25 after a lengthy work session that focused on conflicts of interest and workforce protections around permitting.
Staff told the committee HB 41 02 would modify statutory authority for the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to enter agreements with applicants, permittees or regulated entities to expedite or enhance regulatory review; the measure takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die and staff reported a…
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