SB 843 : Prohibits Sharing Permit Revocation Information With Federal Agencies

Position: Oppose Status: Senate Judiciary Committee

SB 843 will prohibit Oregon agencies from reporting revoked permits to federal agencies, thus stopping agencies from adding that information to federal databases unless that information is required to be disclosed under federal law.

This bill has not been scheduled for a hearing is not likely to move forward in the 2023 session.

Update

March 29, 2023

2-2 (S) Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk
2-2 (S) Referred to Judiciary

Prohibits public body from disclosing to federal governmental entity information concerning firearm transfer or concealed handgun license. Specifies exceptions.

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Senator Ron Wyden: (503) 326-7525
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