Lobby Laws and Administrative Rules

Lobbying Regulation Law

Oregon Lobby Law requires most lobbyists to register and file quarterly reports of their expenditures. In addition, the organizations the lobbyists represent, referred to as Client/Employers, must also file quarterly reports disclosing their expenditures.

ORS Chapter 171.725-785:

Defines "Lobbying"
Requires lobbyists to register
Requires lobbyist and the entities they represent to file quarterly expenditure reports
Determines when quarterly expenditure reports are due
Specifies prohibited conduct, such as contingency lobbying

Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR)

The purpose of the rules adopted by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission (Commission) is to provide guidance for understanding of the provisions under the Commission's jurisdiction.

OAR Chapter 199:

Oregon Government Ethics Law

The Oregon Government Ethics Law applies to all public officials in Oregon including members of the state legislature and employees of state agencies.

ORS Chapter 244:

Prohibited Use of Office
Conflicts of Interest
Gifts
Honorarium
Nepotism

Procedural Rules: Guidelines on Sanctions

The Commission has a variety of sanctions available after making a finding that a violation occurred. Sanctions issued range from letters of reprimand to civil penalties and forfeitures.

More Sanctions Information:

Table A & B

OAR 199-001-0015