Rulemaking is the process of creating or changing regulations. Administrative rules are like instructions from a government agency. They set standards and explain how to follow the law or policy. These rules are made by different government bodies, and they can be created, changed, or removed either temporarily or permanently.
- Rulemaking initiated by ODA staff, public petition, or the Oregon legislature.
- Draft rules are frequently presented to a rules advisory committee one or more times.
- Rules are published in the OR Bulletin, ODA rulemaking webpage, and ODA rulemaking email list for public comment.
- A public hearing (typically virtually) is scheduled and written comments can be submitted by members of the public by a set deadline.
- ODA Director reviews comments and makes determination on any changes to proposed rules.
- Permanent rules are filed with the Oregon Secretary of State to conclude the rulemaking process.
Filed temporary rules
Emergency rules to mitigate the risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza: 
temp_exhibition_hpai_rules.pdf
Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket general fund grant allocation rules: temp_grasshopper_mormon_cricket.pdf
Update to Presumptive Marijuana Testing Rules - temp_Presumptive_Marijuana_Testing_Rules.pdf
Proposed rules open for public comment -
Refer to the Secretary of State website for the official and complete rules. If you think there are any discrepancies or omissions in the version provided here, please consult the Secretary of State website.
Update federal code revisions for the PMO and the NSSP: from 2019 to 2023 Revisions
Last day for written comments - October 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - update_milk_pmo_and_shellfish_federal_code_revisions.pdf
Increasing annual device licensing fees for the Weights and Measures Program.
Last day for written comments - November 1, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - weights_and_measures_licensing_fees_proposed_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - October 21, 2024 10:00-11:00 am
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Updates fees for third-party food safety audits in Oregon on behalf of the USDA
Last day for written comments - September 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - proposed_certification_fee_rules.pdf
Completed public comment proposed rules
Update the Klamath Headwaters Agricultural Water Quality Rules
Last day for written comments - August 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - klamath_headwaters_proposed_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - August 23, 2024 12:00-1:00 pm
Updates Livestock Brand Inspection Fee Rules
Last day for written comments - July 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - updated copy that includes page 3 (from Secretary of State website) - proposed_brands_rules.PDF
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - July 15, 2024 3:00-4:00 pm
Updates Oregon Noxious Weed Quarantine List
Last day for written comments - July 31, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - proposed_updates_to_noxious_weed_list_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - July 16, 2024 10:00-11:00 am
Repeals the Central OR Protected District for Brassicas
Last day for written comments - June 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules -central_or_protected_district_proposed_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - June 26, 2024 9-10:30 am
Updates Confined Animal Feed Operations (CAFO) Rules per SB85
Last day for written comments - July 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - SB85_proposed_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - July 15, 2024 1:00-2:30 pm
Upcoming rule advisory committee (RAC) meetings
While they can be open to the public, a RAC is for invited participants only to work together and to provide comments to help guide the agency on the rule drafting.
ODA Commercial Feed Program will be holding two rulemaking advisory meetings to discuss proposed rule updates intended to standardized ODA's regulations with the rest of the country. If you are interested in observing the committee meetings, register using the links below (each meeting requires a separate registration). Registered participants will receive connection links as well as access to the meeting recording following the meeting.
Meeting #1 - August 16, 2024, 9:00am - 11:00am - Register Here
Meeting #2 - September 13, 2024, 9:00am - 11:00am - Register Here