SB 611 Food stamps for non-citizens

The Act creates the Food for All Oregonians Program for those eligible for the Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), including those who would not qualify for SNAP due to immigration status. Requires the department to implement the program by January 1, 2027, and conduct statewide outreach, education and engagement to maximize enrollment in the program. Requires the department to…

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SB 11 Authorizes officer to question citizenship

Directs an arresting officer to inquire about citizenship when the officer arrests a person for a crime and the person is in possession of a firearm. Directs the arresting officer to notify federal immigration authorities if the person is not a citizen. Noncitizens are already violating federal law – Title 8, Section 1325 of the U.S. Code (U.S.C.), which was…

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HB 4085 Provides grants for immigrate citizenship

VOTE: NO – Died In Committee