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HJR201Introduced in the House

Proposing an amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to primary elections.

Failed

Introduced by Cyrus Javadi, District 32

What does this bill do?

Plain-English breakdown

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Official description

Proposes a change to the state Constitution. Requires the names of all candidates to be listed on a single ballot for a primary. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.0). Proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to require that primary election ballots must contain the names of all candidates of any political party affiliation for specified offices. Provides that a registered elector in this state may not be denied the right to vote in any primary election in this state solely because that elector is registered as unaffiliated with any political party. Permits a political party to decline to participate in a primary election, subject to certain requirements. Designates a minor political party. Refers the proposed amendment to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.

Where it stands

In committee upon adjournment.

March 6, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

  2. Referred to Rules.

  3. Public Hearing held.

  4. In committee upon adjournment.

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