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DMV Rulemaking Actions
Proposed DMV Rules
This page provides information about DMV's pending and recent rulemaking actions. The date of the OTC meeting at which consideration is anticipated is listed below.

 Vehicle Seller Notice
DMV to specify when it will issue a receipt that notice of transfer of an interest in a vehicle has been submitted.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
Public hearing:
November 23, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Transportation Building, Room 122
355 Capitol Street NE, Salem OR
Last date for public comment: November 23, 2009
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
     
 Financial Responsibility
These amendments deal with the content of a uniform financial responsibility certificate (SR-22) and other clarifications.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
Public hearing:
November 17, 2009 at 1:00 pm
DMV Headquarters, Conference Room 123
1905 Lana Avenue, Salem OR
Last date for public comment: November 23, 2009
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
       
 Conviction Lists
These amendments update the lists of convictions used in Driver Improvement and other programs where the sanction based on cumulative convictions.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
Last date for public comment: November 23, 2009
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
        
 Dealer-Only Auto Auctions
These amendments implement chapter 551, Oregon Laws 2009, relating to vehicle dealer consignment practices and dealer-only auctions.
Public hearing:
November 23, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Transportation Building, Room 122
355 Capitol Street NE, Salem OR
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
Last date for public comment: November 23, 2009
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Comments? Please send your comments to the ODOT Rules Coordinator.
Recently Closed DMV Rules
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider approval of these proposed rule changes on the date listed below. 

 CDL Haz Mat Endorsement
These rules implement Chapter 395, Oregon Laws 2009 to make certain that Oregon’s commercial driver license (CDL) program is in compliance with federal regulations.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
     
 Limited Term Driver License / Permit / ID Card
On January 1, 2010 DMV will begin issuance or renewal of a limited term driver license, limited term driver permit or limited term ID card if the applicant is in the US on a temporary basis.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
      
 Proof of School Attendance and Waiver of Reinstatement Fee
DMV will waive the reinstatement fee when driving privileges are suspended for non-attendance at school if the person can show that he or she has graduated from high school or received a GED certificate at the time of reinstating driving privileges.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
       
 Hardship or Probationary Permit Restrictions
This amendment adds a new offense – aggravated driving while suspended or revoked – to the kinds of convictions that result in revocation of driving privileges as an habitual offender.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
     
 Renewal of a Disabled Person Parking Permit
DMV will require a renewal application for a disabled person parking permit to include a certificate signed by a licensed health care provider that the person qualifies for the permit.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009
     
 Implied Consent Hearings
This amendment describes the process for rescheduling an implied consent hearing when a police officer is unable to appear at the hearing.
Proposed Rule Text  Notice Forms 
Last date for public comment: October 21, 2009
OTC meeting date: December 16, 2009

Recently Adopted DMV Rules
These rules have been adopted aproximately within the last six months.
 
 Limited Vision (Bioptic) Program
To qualify for driving privileges, a person with a limited vision condition must meet certain requirements, including a drive test and vision examination every two years.
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order 
Filed and effective: October 27,2009 
 
 Real-time Access to Oregon Driving Records (RADR)
These amendments establish qualification and fees to access certain public DMV records.
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order
File date: September 29, 2009
Effective date: October 1, 2009
      
 Branded Vehicle Titles: Lemon Law Buyback - Temporary rules
Specifies what manufacturers must do regarding a vehicle title when they are required to replace a vehicle or refund the full price to a consumer.
Temp Rule Text  Certificate and Order, Justification Statement 
File date: September 29, 2009
Effective date: September 29, 2009 through March 20, 2010
         
 Registration Plate Fees - Temporary rule
Chapter 865, Oregon Laws 2009 establishes new fee amounts for registration plates. Based on those calculations, the fee will be $12 for a single plate and $23 for a pair of plates.
Temp Rule Text  Certificate and Order, Justification Statement 
File date: September 29, 2009
Effective date: October 1, 2009 through March 29, 2010
       
 Oregon Dealer Advisory Committee Member Notification - Temporary rule
Clarifies that DMV will consult with ODAC before taking immediate disciplinary action against a dealer who is jeopardizing the public health and safety.
Temp Rule Text  Certificate and Order, Justification Statement 
File date: September 29, 2009
Effective date: September 29, 2009 through March 20, 2010
      
 Honorary Consular Corps Registration Plates - Temporary rule
Implements Chapter 621, OL 2009; DMV to issue consular corps plates and will collect surcharge for non-profit group plates in an amount specified by the group.
Temp Rule Text  Certificate and Order, Justification Statement 
File date: August 24, 2009
Effective date: August 24, 2009 through February 17, 2010
    
 U.S. Standards for Vehicle Safety and Emissions
DMV will not issue title and registration for a vehicle it believes has a falsified Manufacturers Certificate of Origin or is otherwise non-compliant.
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order 
Filed and effective: August 24, 2009
     
 Determination of Ownership for Financial Responsibility Purposes
An exemption from financial responsibility is available to persons who are not married or in a domestic partnership and do not live together.
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order 
Filed and effective: August 24, 2009
     
 CDL Third-Party Testing
Amendments are to improve program oversight, deter fraud, and ensure applicants receive information concerning testing fees and the possibility of a retest before a CDL is issued.
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order 
File date: June 25, 2009
Effective date: July 1, 2009
      
 Hardship Permit After Suspension for Fraudulent Act
Allows for a hardship permit when a person's driving privileges are suspended because they obtained a false driver license or ID. 
Final Rule Text  Certificate and Order 
Filed and effective: June 25, 2009
      
 Proof of Residency / Domicile
These amendments clarify what documentation DMV will accept as proof of Oregon residency or domicile.
Final Rule Text Certificate and Order
File date: May 22, 2009
Effective date: June 1, 2009
  
 
Related Information
Published DMV Rules  This link will take you to the Secretary of State's Web site.
 
Page updated: November 04, 2009

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