​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​RAC Objectives

Pursuant to ORS 246.150, the Secretary of State’s Office convened The Oregon Motor Voter Rules Advisory Committee (RAC). The RAC met from September 2025 through November 2025 for the purpose of identifying Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR)​. As part of this work, the RAC conducted a comprehensive review of the system and recommend changes to the OAR, including regulations governing its implementation and the guidance outlined in the OMV manual.

RAC Charge

• Analyze findings from the Baker Tilly and coordinate with relevant agencies to implement audit recommendations.
• Recommend Revisions to Oregon Administrative Rules associated with Oregon Motor Voter to address improvements in the OMV system, pursuant to ORS 246.150 and ORS 247.017, ensuring they align with legislative intent and are clear, understandable, and enforceable.

RAC Outcome

The public comment period closed on January 13, 2026. In order to consider all comments submitted, the Elections Division anticipates finalizing the rulemaking process in February 2026 instead of on January 20, 2026, as previously communicated.

​​Rules Advisory Committee Meeting Agendas

​Public Participation

​The Elections Division accepted public comment on the draft rules: Proposes changes to Oregon Motor Voter Program​​

The last day to provide written feedback was January 13, 2026 at 5 p.m. You may watch the Public Hearing January 6, 2026​ ​on YouTube.

Adoption of Final Rules

Adoption of final rules is expected in February 2026