​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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 will open in December. Rules will be finalized by January 19, 2026.

​​Rules Advisory Committee Meeting Agendas

December 1, 2025: Draft of Final Rules Released, Public Comment Period Opens

Draft rules document: Proposes changes to Oregon Motor Voter Program​

​Public Participation

You may provide official public comment beginning December 01, 2025​. 

• Written comments can be submitted to the following email address: RAC_OMV.SOS@sos.oregon.gov.
• The last day to provide written feedback is Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 5 p.m.
• Public comment can be provided during the 30-minute virtual public hearing held on Tuesday January 6, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.
• Click here​ to join the meeting on January 6, 2026
• Or call in (audio only) Phone number: 503-446-4951
• Phone Conference ID: 29280500676925

January 2026: Adoption of Final Rules

Adoption of final rules expected in January 2026.