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Elections Division Rulemaking

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Oregon Motor Voter System Rules Advisory Committee​​​​

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​ ​​

​OAR 165-022-0010

Implements Legislative Changes and Establishes Other County Voters’ Pamphlet Filing Requirements​

  • Last day and time to offer comment to agency November 26, 2025, 5 p.m.
OAR 165-016-0000

Incorporates legislative and administrative changes into the State Voters’ Pamphlet Manual​

  • Last day and time to offer comment to agency December 29, 2025, 5 p.m.
  • Hearing on December 22, 11 a.m.
  • Click here to join the meeting on December 22
    Or call in (audio only) Phone number: 503-446-4951
    Phone Conference ID: 24155485521523​
OAR 165-005-0170

Proposes changes to Oregon Motor Voter Program​

Temporary Rulemaking

OAR 165-016-0000

Updates deadlines, implements legislative changes in State Voters’ Pamphlet Manual

OAR 165-024-0005

Updates definitions for translated voters’ pamphlet

OAR 165-024-0015

Defines revised formulas for determining the list of languages for translation of voters’ pamphlets

OAR 165-024-0030

Updates the lists of language for State Voters’ Pamphlet translations​

​ OAR 165-010-0011

Establishes filing posting requirements and eligibility verification for candidate filings ​

OAR 165-010-0012

Candidate and Public Office Holder Residence Address Exemption

Notices of Permanent Administrative Order​​​

Updates Filing Deadlines, Implements Legislative Changes in Candidate and Political Party Manuals​

Administrative Discontinuation of a Political Committee​

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How to submit public comment on Elections Division rulemaking:

Public comments are an important part of the Elections Division process. Your feedback helps the Elections Division make informed decisions before adopting or changing rules.

To submit a public comment, please follow these steps:

  1. Review the proposed rule
  2. Prepare your written comment by clearly explaining your thoughts, concerns, or suggestions. Be specific and reference rule numbers or sections if possible.
  3. There are two options to submit your comments:
    1. ​Submit your written comment to: Elections.sos@sos.oregon.gov​ or;
    2. ​Attend a public hearing to verbally share your comment virtually

    Reminder: Comments must be received by the deadline date and time listed in the public notice. ​​

Public comments become part of the official record and are considered before final rule adoption.

​Rulemaking Contacts

Coline Benson
503-986-1518

255 Capitol St. NE, Suite 126
Salem, OR 97310

Current Rules