Oregon bills · 2026 Regular Session
Oregon HB 4049
Relating to Harney Basin water; prescribing an effective date.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Mike McLane (Republican)
- Ken Helm (Democratic)
- Mark Owens (Republican)
Cosponsors (6)
- Annessa Hartman (Democratic)
- Tom Andersen (Democratic)
- Todd Nash (Republican)
- Sarah McDonald (Democratic)
- Bobby Levy (Republican)
- Court Boice (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Oregon legislature· summary
[<i>Directs</i>]<b> Authorizes</b> the Water Resources Commission to encourage and approve voluntary agreements between ground water users in the Greater Harney Valley Groundwater Area of Concern to achieve reasonably stable ground water levels. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 15, 2026, 8:06 AM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2026 House | Heard and Reported Out with Amendments | pass | Set your home in Oregon to see |
Actions
- Mar 7, 2026 · House
In committee upon adjournment. - Feb 18, 2026 · House
Referred to Ways and Means by order of Speaker. - Feb 18, 2026 · House
Recommendation: Do pass with amendments, be printed A-Engrossed, and be referred to Ways and Means. - Feb 16, 2026 · House
Work Session held. - Feb 11, 2026 · House
Work Session held. - Feb 4, 2026 · House
Public Hearing held. - Feb 2, 2026 · House
Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water. - Feb 2, 2026 · House
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.