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Rulemaking at ODA

Rulemaking is how the government creates or updates rules.  These rules are like instructions that explain how to follow laws. They can be added, changed, or removed; either for a short time or permanently.  

Rulemaking Process

  1. Rulemaking can start in three ways: by ODA staff, a public petition, or the Oregon legislature.
  2. Draft rules are usually reviewed by a rules advisory committee (RAC), sometimes more than once.
  3. The public can give input on proposed rules when they are published in the Oregon Bulletin, on the ODA rulemaking webpage, and through the ODA rulemaking email list. 
  4. A public hearing, usually held online, is scheduled so people can share their thoughts. Written comments are also accepted until a set deadline. 
  5. After reviewing public input, the ODA Director decides if changes are needed.
  6. Once final, the permanent rules are filed with the Oregon Secretary of State, completing the rulemaking process.

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Rules in Progress

This section provides information on rules that are being developed. Before proposed rules are filed for public comment with the Oregon Secretary of State, one or more Rules Advisory Committee (RAC) meetings are usually held. RAC meetings are open for the public to observe, but only invited members take part in discussions. Meeting materials are available to the public as the rulemaking process moves forward, as explained at the top of this page.


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Proposed Rules Open for Public Comment

If you think there are any discrepancies or omissions in the version provided here, please consult the Secretary of State website.  

If no rules appear in this section, there are no rules currently open for comment.  When rules are open for public comment, this section will include a summary of the proposed rule, a statement about possible costs, rules advisory committee (RAC) meeting notes or recordings, and any other documents used during the process. 


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  • Last day to submit written comments: December 22, 2025 at 5:00 pm

  • Proposed LUBGWMA rules

  • References 10/24/25​

  • Informal Meeting In​formation

    • ​​December 4, 2025  5:30-6:30 pm
      • ​In person: SAGE Center, 101 Olson Rd NE, Boardman, OR 97301​
      • Meeting link​, ID: 2​5166075951030, Passcode: DZ9ZC7pd
      • Meeting call-in number: +1 503-446-4951,,338976112#

  • Public Comment Details

    • ​December 15, 2025​ - In Person and Virtual Options: 5:30-7:00 pm
      • ​An informational hearing starts at 5:30pm and will be followed by a public comment hearing both in person and virtually.
      • In person: SAGE Center, 101 Olson Rd NE, Boardman, OR 97301
      • Hearing link, ID: 274 507 130 739 0, Passcode: wD7nb9dM
      • Hearing call-in number: +1 503-446-4951,,167483367#
    • ​December 16, 2025 - Virtual Only: 5:30-6:30 pm
      • Hearing link​, ID: 282 286 813 697 7, Passcode: cS6jM2Ga
      • Hearing call-in number: +1 503-446-4951,,540814150#​
  • ​​ ​LUBGWMA Rule Advisory Committee (RAC) Kick-off meeting - March 20, 2024, 9-10:30am

  • Session 2 RAC Meeting - April 23, 2025, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

  • Session 3 RAC Meeting - May 22, 2025, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Last day to submit written comments: December 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Virtual Public Comment Details

  • ​No verbal comments were provided during the hearing
  • Date and time: December 2, 2025; 3:00-4:00 pm

RAC meeting


​Listening sessions annoucement and information​

​Listening Session Schedule Please join us at the session most convenient for you. These are informal sessions to gather your input.
  • Prineville
    • Date: Tuesday, August 26 
    • Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 
    • Location: 4H Clover Building, 502 SE Lynn Blvd, Prineville, OR
  • ​La Grande
    • Date: Wednesday, August 27 
    • Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 
    • Location: Oregon State University Extension Office, 10507 N McAlister Rd, Su 9, La Grande, OR
  • ​Klamath Falls
    • Date: Friday, September 5 
    • Location: Oregon Board of Agriculture Meeting, Running Y Resort, 5500 Running Y Rd, Klamath Falls, OR 
    • Presentation by ODA and ODFW at 8:35 AM 
    • Public comment periods at 9:35 AM and 11:15 AM 
    • Virtual participation is available for this session.​
  • ODA wolf grant webpage​​

  • Last day to submit written comments: December 30, 2025 at 5:00 pm
  • Proposed rules​
  • Virtual Public Comment Details
    • ​Date and time: December 17, 2025, 9:00-9:30 am
    • Hearing link, ID: 233 583 544 314 39, Passcode: yh3BV2ky
    • Meeting call-in number: 503-446-4951, Passcode: 560519627​

Recently Adopted Rules 

Rules adopted in the last year (starting March 2025) are listed below.  Please visit the Secretary of State website to find all ODA rules. 





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Rulemaking Planning Calendar


Commodity Commission Rulemaking

Oregon’s commodity commissions are groups created at the request of growers to support specific crops. They focus on research, education, and market development. To learn more about each commission and their rulemaking, visit the commodity commission contact list.

Oregon Transparency Website

Database reports, links, and related Administrative Rules resources.