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​PROPOSED COMMERCE AND COMPLIANCE RULES
These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Send any written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice.

There are no proposed rules for comment at this time.

RECENTLY CLOSED COMMERCE AND COMPLIANCE RULES
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.​

There are no recently closed rules at this time.

RECENTLY ADOPTED COMMERCE AND COMPLIANCE RULES
These rule changes have been adopted approximately within the last six months.​

CCD Cash Transactions, Coin Handling, Refunds and Highway Use Tax Bonds
CCD amended these rules to address the following three areas: (1) recent changes to U.S. monetary policy and the subsequent penny shortage; (2) aligning CCD administrative rule to ensure compliance with statutory requirements; and (3) simplifying administrative procedures and compliance for highway use tax bonds.
Rules amended: 740-040-0070, 740-055-0020, 740-055-0110, 740-200-0030
Filed: March 12, 2026​​
Effective: March 20, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2026. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Repeal of Trusted Carrier Program
As stewards of public dollars, CCD is ending this program as a cost-cutting measure after a full cost analysis and discussion with industry leaders. CCD repealed program related rules.
Rules repealed: 740-045-0060, 740-045-0065, 740-045-0070, 740-045-0075
Filed: March 12, 2026​
Effective: March 20, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2026. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Annual Adoption of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs)​
CCD amended these rules to update the year 2025 to 2026 for annual adoption of FMCSRs as required by federal law.
Rules amended: 740-100-0010, 740-100-0065, 740-100-0070, 740-100-0080, 740-100-0085, 740-100-0090, 740-100-0100, 740-110-0010
Filed: March 12, 2026​
Effective: April 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2026. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Annual Adoption of IRP, IFTA and HVUT​
CCD amended these rules as part of annual housekeeping. These updates are required each year to continue ODOT's participation in and enforcement of the International Registration Plan (IRP) and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA), and to comply with the federal heavy vehicle use tax (HVUT).
Rules amended: 740-200-0010, 740-200-0020, 740-200-0040
Filed: December 11, 2025​​
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Nov. 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Household Goods​
CCD adopted and amended these rules following the passage of SB 839 (2025) to ensure the Division can meet all statutory requirements, including authority to enforce new penalties for violations committed by unlicensed household goods movers.
Rule adopted: 740-300-0055
Rules amended: 740-035-0005, 740-300-0030, 740-300-0035 and 740-300-0050
Filed: December 11, 2025​
Effective: January 1, 2026​
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Nov. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.​

​​​​​​​​​​PUBLISHED COMMERCE AND COMPLIANCE​ RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secur​e.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action.​ Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 740 or 734.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

PROPOSED DMV RULES
These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Send any written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice​.

DMV-Approved Out-of-State Motorcycle Rider Education Course
DMV proposes to amend OAR 735-062-0078 to add an out-of-state motorcycle rider education course to the list of DMV-approved motorcycle rider education courses. The additional motorcycle rider education course will provide another option to obtain a motorcycle endorsement while the applicant is temporarily residing outside of this state, but domiciled in or a resident of this state.
Rule to be amended: 735-062-0078
Last day for public comment: March 21, 2026  5:00 PM
Anticipated date of OTC Approval: May 7, 2026

Vehicle Dismantler Submission of Fire Inspection Reports​
The enactment of HB 2706, effective January 1, 2026, increased the validity period for dismantler certificates to two years. DMV is proposing to amend OAR 735-152-0007 to clarify when dismantlers must submit the annual fire inspection report during the non-renewal year.
Rule to be amended: 735-152-0007
Last day for public comment: March 21, 2026  5:00 PM
Anticipated date of OTC Approval: May 7, 2026​

​​RECENTLY CLOSED DMV RULES
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.

Issuing Limited-Term CDLs and CLPs Only to Existing Holders
DMV held a virtual public hearing February 18, 2026.​ See hearing recording​. The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2025. DMV received four public comments (see attached summary​). DMV is not proceeding with the proposed rules as written in response to the FMCSA's final rule.​ See temporary rulemakings below.

​RECENTLY ADOPTED DMV RULES
These rule changes have been adopted approx​imately within the last six months.​

Non-Domiciled (Limited Term) CDLs and CLPs and FMCSA Final Rule (temporary)
On February 13, 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published a final rule​. The final rule becomes effective March 16, 2026, and requires DMV to immediately align Oregon Administrative Rules with federal requirements. The accelerated timeline of this final rule does not allow DMV to complete permanent rulemaking before the current temporary rules expire on April 11, 2026. Without prompt action, Oregon’s rules would conflict with federal law, creating a legally inconsistent framework and exposing the state to significant penalties. See the Temporary Administrative Order for more information.
Rules amended: 735-063-0200, 735-063-0250, 735-063-0260
Rules suspended: 735-063-0265 and 735-063-0268
Filed: March 12, 2026
Effective: March 16, 2026 - April 10, 2026

Reinstatement of Non-Domiciled (Limited Term) CDLs and CLPs and FMCSA Final Rule (temporary)
On February 13, 2026, FMCSA published a final rule​. The final rule, which becomes effective on March 16, 2026, prohibits reinstatement of a limited term CDL or CLP. This short timeframe does not provide DMV enough time to conduct a permanent rulemaking to comply with the new federal prohibition. DMV must adopt new temporary rules to align with FMCSA’s preliminary determination and final rule. Without these updates, Oregon Administrative Rules would conflict with federal regulations, creating a legally inconsistent framework and risks noncompliance with FMCSA’s requirements. To comply with federal requirements, DMV must amend OAR 735-063-0290, 735-063-0315 and 735-063-0340 and adopt OAR 735-063-0269 to prevent reinstatement of a limited term CDL or CLP after a person’s limited term CDP is suspended, cancelled, revoked or otherwise withdrawn.
Rule adopted: 735-063-0269
Rules amended: 735-063-0290, 735-063-0315, 735-063-0340
Filed: March 12, 2026
Effective: March 16, 2026 - September 11, 2026

DMV Lay Representation at Contested Case Hearings​
DMV amended OAR 735-001-0040 to align the rule with a Department of Justice approved format and text. DMV also amended the rule to update the types of contested cases where DMV may use an agency (lay) representative, as approved by DOJ.
Rule amended: 735-001-0040
Filed: March 12, 2026​
Effective: March 20, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​​, which includes the notice and proposed rule.​

Issuance of Temporary Permits Pending DEQ Certificate of Compliance​
In response to SB 840 (2025), DMV amended OAR 735-150-0060 to authorize vehicle dealers to issue temporary registration permits for motor vehicles that do not have proof of compliance with pollution control equipment Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements at the time of sale.
Rule amended: 735-150-0060
Filed: March 12, 2026​
Effective: March 20, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on February 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​​, which includes the notice and proposed rule.​

Financial Responsibility
DMV amended to 735-050-0010, 735-050-0055, 735-050-0070 and 735-050-0100 to align with SB 840 (2025) and to clarify procedures for collision (accident) reporting, insurance verification, and SR-22 requirements. The changes were necessary to reflect current law, improve clarity for the public, and streamline DMV processes.
Rules amended:
 735-050-0010, 735-050-0055, 735-050-0070, 735-050-0100
Filed and effective: March 12, 2026​
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Jan. 21, 2026. No comments were received.​​​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Driver Improvement Record Review Date​
DMV changed the definition of “record review date” to include the date when DMV reviews a person’s driving record while combining more than one driving record into a single driving record. The amendment reflects an existing DMV practice related to merging multiple driving records. 
Rule amended: 735-072-0020
Filed: November 14, 2025​​
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Sept. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​​, which includes the notice and proposed rule.​

Requests for Driver Records from Other Jurisdictions
Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 415, section 48 amends ORS 802.200 and expands DMV’s authority to request and receive driver record history from other jurisdictions and add the history to the Oregon driver record. The new language requires DMV to adopt rules describing when DMV will request or receive the records, when DMV will establish Oregon as the state-of-record for persons not issued an Oregon identification card, driver license or permit, and how DMV will use driver conviction history received from another jurisdiction. DMV amended these rules to align ​with the recent statutory amendment.
Rules amended: 735-010-0110, 735-070-0030, 735-070-0145, 735-072-0041
Filed: November 13, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Vehicle Appraisals and Disposal of Abandoned Vehicles
Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 415, sections 18 and 19 increased the appraisal value threshold for an abandoned vehicle to be towed. Previously set at $500, the threshold is now $1,000. DMV amended these rules to reflect the new threshold value.
Rules amended: 735-024-0075 and 735-024-0077
Filed: November 13, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Hardship Driver Permits
Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 415, section 8 expands who is eligible for issuance of a hardship permit. DMV amended these rules to reflect new statutory language. DMV also took this opportunity to update some other aspects of the hardship permit rules.
Rules amended: 735-064-0040, 735-064-0070, 735-064-0080
Filed: November 13, 2025​
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Issuance of Driver Licenses to Military Spouses or dependents
DMV amended this rule due to changes in Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 415 (SB 840, section 3 (2025)). The current statute allows the DMV to renew or replace a driver license, excluding a commercial driver license, without a photograph for an applicant in the active military service in the Armed Forces of the United States or the Nation Guard if the DMV does not have an acceptable photograph of the applicant. SB 840 expands DMV’s authorization to include in its rule an applicant who is the spouse or dependent of an individual in the active military service who is stationed outside of Oregon.
Rule amended: 735-062-0120
Filed: November 13, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Sept. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rule.

Commercial Driver Licenses Positive Drug Tests​
The passage of Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 415, Section 10 removes the confusion about which Oregon agency should receive Positive Drug Test Results (PDTR). DMV repealed 735-063-0320 and 735-063-0330 as the DMV and the Department of Transportation is no longer the recipient of reports of PDTR.
Rules repealed: 735-063-0320 and 735-063-0330
Filed: November 13, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Sept. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

HB 2341 Veterans​
Oregon Laws (2025), Chapter 13, amended ORS 406.073. This amendment requires the DMV to send additional information to the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs (ODVA) when a member or veteran of the Uniformed Services requests that DMV notify ODVA. In addition to the individual's name and residence or mailing address, the DMV will now provide the individual's electronic mail address (if available). DMV amended 735-010-0250 and 735-018-0130 to align with the recent statutory amendment.
Rules amended: 735-010-0250 and 735-018-0130
Filed: October 27, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Aug. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Suspension of limited term commercial driving privileges​ (temporary)
On September 29, 2025, FMCSA published an interim final rule (IFR) that changes the eligibility requirements for limited term CLPs and CDLs. The IFR was effective immediately upon publication and requires states to pause issuance of limited term CLPs and CDLs until they can ensure compliance with the updated regulations. The OTC Chair approved DMV filing this temporary rulemaking in response to the​​ IFR. OTC voted to ratify the temporary rulemaking at the October 27, 2025 meeting. This temporary rulemaking will be followed up with a permanent rulemaking.
Rules amended: 735-063-0200, 735-063-0250, 735-063-0260
Rules suspended: 735-063-0265 and 735-063-0268
Filed: October 13, 2025
Effective: October 13, 2025 - April 10, 2026​​

​​​​​​​​PUBLISHED DMV RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 735.​​​​​​​​

PROPOSED DELIVERY AND OPERATIONS DIVISION RULES
These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Send any written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice​.​​

There are no proposed rules for comment at this time.

RECENTLY CLOSED DELIVERY AND OPERATIONS RULES
These ​proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.​

There are no recently closed rules in this chapter at this time.

RECENTLY ADOPTED DELIVERY AND OPERATIONS RULES

These rule changes were adopted approximately within the last six months.

Oregon Coordinate Systems​
ODOT amended these rules to add the Oregon Lambert zone to the current OCRS, 1983 to the current Oregon Coordinate Reference System making it OCRS 1983 and the Oregon Coordinate Reference System (OCRS) 2022, consisting of 1 state wide zone and 39 low distortion projections, based on the new National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) North American Terrestrial Reference Frame 2022 (NATRF2022).
Rules amended: 734-005-0005, 734-005-0010, 734-005-0015
Filed: December 11, 2025​
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Nov. 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

SB 417 Changes: Digital Outdoor Advertising Signs; Acceptable Lease Documentation​
ODOT amended these rules to accommodate language in SB 417 (2025). Other changes include removing outdated address and phone number and referring to ODOT ROW section website for current contact information.
Rules amended: 734-060-0000 and 734-060-0007
Filed: December 11, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
ODOT held a virtual public hearing November 21, 2025. See hearing recording (note audio starts at 7:22). The comment period closed at 10:00 AM on Nov. 21, 2025. ODOT received three public comments (see attached summary​).​​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Broadband Infrastructure on STIP P​rojects
ODOT adopted rules to describe how ODOT will notify and coordinate with broadband providers when there are STI​P projects that may have conduit trenches that could accommodate a provider’s broadband infrastructure.
Rules adopted: 734-054-0005, 734-054-0010, 734-054-0015, 734-054-0020, 734-054-0025, 734-054-0030, 734-054-0035
Filed: December 11, 2025​
Effective: January 1, 2026
ODOT held a virtual public hearing October 15, 2025. See hearing recording​. The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2025.​ No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.​

Traffic Control Devices and Advisory Committee Membership​
The Federal Highway Administration published an updated edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD) on December 18, 2023, and is requiring states to adopt the 11th Edition of the MUTCD by January 19, 2026, under 23 CFR 655.603(b). This amendment to OAR 734-020-0005 is intended to meet this federal requirement.
Rule amended: 734-020-0005
Filed: November 13, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Sept. 21, 2025. ODOT received one public comment and a follow-up from the same commenter (see attached summary​). For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

​​​​PUBLISHED HIGHWAY DIVISION RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 734.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

TRANSPORTATION SAFETY RULES
The former Transportation Safety Division is now the Transportation Safety Office within ​Policy, Data & Analysis Division (PDAD). Any current Transportation Safety Office (chapter 737) rulemaking activity will be found in the Rulemaking by other ODOT divisions tab.

PUBLISHED TRANSPORTATION SAFETY RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 737.

PROPOSED RAIL DIVISION RULES
These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Send any written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice​.

There are no proposed rules for comment at this time.

RECENTLY CLOSED RAIL DIVISION RULES
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.​

There are no recently closed rules in this chapter at this time.

RECENTLY ADOPTED RAIL DIVISION RULES
These rule changes have been adopted approximately within the last six months.

State Oversight of Rail Fixed Guideway Systems​
ODOT repealed rules that are now redundant because they address requirements that are addressed in the Program Standard, which was adopted into rule. Rules addressing emergency suspension of service, removal of track and equipment from service, and the application of civil penalties and individual liability, were not repealed.
Rule amended: 741-060-0010
Rules repealed: 741-060-0020, 741-060-0030, 741-060-0040, 741-060-0070, 741-060-0072, 741-060-0076, 741-060-0078, 741-060-0079, 741-060-0090, 741-060-0092, 741-060-0094, 741-060-0098, 741-060-0100
Filed: December 11, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Nov. 21, 2025. ODOT received one public comment (see attached summary​). For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

Shortline Railroad Rehabilitation Tax Credits
ODOT amended these rules to provide clarification and ensure a more orderly final certification process.
Rules amended: 741-030-0020 and 741-030-0060
Filed: November 13, 2025​
Effective: November 18, 2025
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2025. No comments were received.​ For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking​, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

​​PUBLISHED RAIL DIVISION RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 741.​​​​

​The term "Other Divisions" refers to rules, primarily in chapter 731 and 737, that belong to multiple areas of ODOT such as Procurement, Financial Services, Connect Oregon, Road Usage Charge Program, Fuels Tax, Transportation Development, Transportation Safety Office and Oregon Innovative Partnerships Program.

PROPOSED ODOT RULES
These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Please send your written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice​.

There are no proposed rules for comment at this time.

RECENTLY CLOSED ODOT RULES
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.​

There are no recently closed rules in this chapter at this time.

RECENTLY ADOPTED ODOT RULES
These rule changes have been adopted approximately within the last six months.​

Multi Modal Federal Grant
Following the temporary rule order DOT 5-2024​, ODOT established the process ODOT uses to accept Connect Oregon grant applications where the applicant intends to use funds as the required match for federal grants.
Rules amended: 731-035-0010, 731-035-0020, 731-035-0030, 731-035-0040, 731-035-0050, 731-035-0060, 731-035-0070
Rules adopted: 731-035-0110, 731-035-0120, 731-035-0130, 731-035-0140, 731-035-0150, 731-035-0160, 731-035-0170, 731-035-0180
Filed and effective: May 8, 2025
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Mar. 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

​​PUBLISHED ODOT RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 731.​

PUBLISHED TRANSPORTATION SAFETY RULES can be found on the Secretary of State's website: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 737.​

PROPOSED PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION RULES
​These proposed rule changes are open for public comment. Send any written comments to the staff member listed as the contact on the notice​.

There are no proposed Public Transportation rules for comment at this time.

RECENTLY CLOSED PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION RULES
These proposals are no longer open for public comment. The Oregon Transportation Commission will consider these proposed rule changes on the meeting date listed with each rule set.

There are no recently closed Public Transportation rules at this time.

RECENTLY ADOPTED PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION RULES
These rule changes have been adopted approximately within the last six months.​

Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund Program Rules​
ODOT made these rule changes to update the Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF) Program rules to make program improvements identified through public outreach, the recommendations of ODOT’s 2024 Strategic Review, and recommendations from the STIF Rules Advisory Committee, which met from February through September 2025. The changes were needed to enhance financial flexibility and sustainability, clarify program concepts and key terms, revise reporting deadlines, streamline program processes, and enhance accountability by establishing a clear and unform compliance processes.
Rules adopted:  732-042-0055
Rules amended: 732-040-0005, 732-040-0010, 732-040-0015, 732-040-0020, 732-040-0030, 732-042-0010, 732-042-0015, 732-042-0020, 732-042-0025, 732-042-0035, 732-042-0045, 732-044-0030
Rules repealed: 732-005-0000, 732-005-0005, 732-005-0010, 732-005-0016, 732-005-0021, 732-005-0027, 732-005-0031, 732-005-0036, 732-005-0041, 732-005-0046, 732-005-0051, 732-005-0056, 732-005-0061, 732-005-0066, 732-005-0071, 732-005-0076, 732-005-0081, 732-005-0090, 732-010-0005, 732-010-0010, 732-010-0015, 732-010-0020, 732-010-0025, 732-010-0030, 732-010-0035, 732-010-0045, 732-030-0005, 732-030-0010, 732-030-0015, 732-030-0020, 732-030-0025, 732-030-0030, 732-030-0035, 732-040-0045​
Filed and effective: January 22, 2026
The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Dec. 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rules.

STIF Discretionary Funds​ (temporary)
ODOT temporarily amended 732-044-0000. OAR 732 Division 044 did not permit STIF Discretionary funds to be used to support ongoing operations projects. To address the current funding environment, ODOT is temporarily amending the purpose of OAR 732-044-0000 to allow funding operations projects to sustain existing public transportation services. This change will provide ODOT greater flexibility to respond to community priorities, helping to preserve services and minimize disruptions. This rule requires immediate action to ensure the rule change is in effect prior to the 2027 – 2028 grant solicitation cycle and Oregon Transportation Commission approval in 2027. Without timely adoption, transit agencies may be forced to implement service cuts and layoffs, impacting transit service continuity across the state. ODOT Public Transportation Division may follow up with a permanent rulemaking limited to the 2027- 2028 grant solicitation cycle.
Rule amended: 732-044-0000
Filed: January 22, 2026​
Effective: February 15, 2026 - August 13, 2026

ODOT adopted this rule which establishes a set of procedures for Qualified Entity compliance review of Sub-Recipients that is intended to ensure that Qualified Entities exercise needed oversight while reducing duplication of oversight activities.
Rule adopted: 732-042-0050
Filed: January 22, 2026
Effective: July 1, 2027
​The comment period closed at 5:00 PM on Dec. 21, 2025. No comments were received. For more information, see the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which includes the notice and proposed rule.

PUBLISHED PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION RULES​ can be found on the Secretary of State's website:​​ https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/ruleSearch.action​. Under Browse by Chapter, select chapter 732.​​​​​​​

Contact Us

Winnie Dawn
Administrative Rules Coordinator
971-600-6557
winnie.dawn@odot.oregon.gov
355 Capitol Street NE, MS 11
Salem OR 97301

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