This year, the Oregon Legislative Assembly will convene on Tuesday, February 2nd. The session may last for up to 35 days. Whether you are a seasoned professional when it comes to the Oregon Legislative Session, or if this is your first year getting involved, the Oregon Seed Council’s 2026 Guide to the Legislative Session is here to serve as your ultimate resource for this year’s proceedings!

The Oregon Seed Council’s 2026 Guide to the Legislative Session provides information on the current structure of both the Oregon House and Senate. This document includes details on leadership, bill tracking logistics, and committee organization. Additionally, this guide offers key information on how to submit written and/or verbal testimony, and provides a general overview of the legislative process. 

Further information is listed in the document that focuses on the legislative calendar. There are some key dates to keep an eye on for this session, which include the following: 

• February 2nd- Session starts
• February 4th- Revenue forecast
• February 9th- Deadline for bills to be posted for a work session in their first chamber
• February 16th- First Chamber Deadline (When a bill must move from one chamber to the other in order to proceed). 
• February 20th- Deadline for bill to be posted for a work session in their second chamber
• February 26th- Second Chamber Deadline (When a bill must move out of its second chamber). 
• March 8th- Constitutional Sine Die. 

Click here to view the Oregon Seed Council 2026  Guide to the Legislative Session.

If you have questions about this guide, you can find contact information for Megan Chuinard Graser, OSC Executive Director/Lobbyist listed at the end of the document. The Oregon Seed Council looks forward to a productive 2026 Oregon Legislative Session!

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