SB1540

Relating to property insurance; prescribing an effective date.

Failed·3/6/26

Oregon SB1540 mandates insurers to submit wildfire risk models to state officials and inform policyholders about risk classifications and mitigation.

Oregon SB1540 requires insurers to submit catastrophe models and wildfire risk models to the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services. Insurers must also inform applicants and policyholders about risk classifications, available premium discounts, and the impact of mitigation actions on risk scores. Policyholders can appeal risk classifications or dispute premium discounts. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2027.

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Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee Do pass with amendments and requesting referral to Rules. (Printed A-Engrossed.)

5 Yea

DRDDR

0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 2

8:00 AM

Senate Rules Public Hearing

Feb 12

1:00 PM

Senate Natural Resources and Wildfire Work Session

History

Mar 6

Senate

In committee upon adjournment.

Mar 2

Senate

Public Hearing held.

Feb 17

Senate

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be referred to Rules. (Printed A-Eng.)