Oregon Secretary of State

Elections Division Rulemaking

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Oregon Motor Voter System Rules Advisory Committee​​​

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

Voting System Certification Process Update

  • Last day and time to offer comment to agency: May 22, 5 p.m. 
  • Hearing on May 15, 1 p.m.
    Click here to join the meeting on May 15
    Or call in (audio only)
    Phone number: 503-446-4951
    Phone Conference ID: 585789401

Temporary Rulemaking

OAR 165-016-9901
Establishes filing process and deadline for Measure 120 arguments and statements

Notices of Statutory Minor Correction

OAR 165-010-0012
Candidate and Public Office Holder Residence Address Exemption​

​​Notices of Permanent Administrative Order​

Candidate and Public Office Holder Residence Address Exemption​​​​​

Outlines the process for the Secretary of State to translate county voters’ pamphlet materials​

Outlines the translation requirements for state voters’ pamphlet materials submitted under 251.170(3)​

Defines the data sources used to compile lists of languages for translating voters’ pamphlets​

Defines terms to implement OAR 165-024-0010 and OAR 165-024-0020​

Establishes filing posting requirements and eligibility verification for candidate filings​

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

Amends administrative rule related to Oregon Motor Voter registration​

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


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Recent Hearings - Videos, Chat logs, and Transcripts​

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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

Russell Buttram​
503-986-1518

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

Current Rules