Oregon House of Representatives
The Oregon House of Representatives is the lower house of the Oregon Legislative Assembly, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Oregon. The House is composed of 60 members, each representing a district of approximately 63,850 people. Members of the House are elected to two-year terms without term limits.
History[edit | edit source]
The Oregon House of Representatives was established in 1859 when Oregon was admitted to the Union as the 33rd state. The House has undergone various changes in its structure and function over the years, adapting to the growing population and evolving political landscape of the state.
Leadership[edit | edit source]
The leadership of the Oregon House of Representatives includes the Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives, who is elected by the members of the House. The Speaker presides over the House, appoints committee chairs, and plays a significant role in legislative proceedings. Other key leadership positions include the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader, who represent the majority and minority parties, respectively.
Committees[edit | edit source]
The Oregon House of Representatives operates through a system of standing committees, each focusing on specific areas of policy and legislation. Some of the key committees include:
- House Committee on Judiciary
- House Committee on Revenue
- House Committee on Health Care
- House Committee on Education
Legislative Process[edit | edit source]
The legislative process in the Oregon House of Representatives involves several stages, including the introduction of bills, committee review, floor debate, and voting. Bills that pass the House are sent to the Oregon State Senate for consideration. If approved by both chambers, the bill is sent to the Governor of Oregon for signing into law.
Elections[edit | edit source]
Elections for the Oregon House of Representatives are held every two years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. Representatives are elected from single-member districts, and the elections are conducted using a first-past-the-post voting system.
Current Composition[edit | edit source]
As of the most recent election, the composition of the Oregon House of Representatives is as follows:
Notable Members[edit | edit source]
Over the years, the Oregon House of Representatives has had several notable members who have gone on to serve in higher offices or have made significant contributions to the state and nation. Some of these members include:
- Barbara Roberts, who later became the Governor of Oregon
- Earl Blumenauer, who currently serves in the United States House of Representatives
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Oregon Legislative Assembly
- Oregon State Senate
- Governor of Oregon
- Politics of Oregon
- List of Oregon state legislatures
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