The Senate Committee on Labor and Business convened on April 17, 2025, to discuss key legislative measures, including amendments to House Bill 2127A and House Bill 3724.

The meeting began with Chair Taylor moving to adopt the dash A3 amendment to House Bill 2127A, which was seconded by Vice Chair Bonner. The amendment addressed a clerical error regarding warranty labor rates that had been inadvertently left in the bill after a previous revision. Greg Remensberger, Executive Vice President of the Oregon Auto Dealers Association, confirmed that the amendment would not interfere with compliance for manufacturers like Daimler Trucks concerning advanced clean truck regulations. Following a brief discussion, the committee adopted the amendment without objection.

Chair Taylor then moved House Bill 2127A, as amended, to the Senate floor with a recommendation for a due pass. This motion also passed without objection, and Vice Chair Bonner was designated as the carrier for the bill.

The committee then shifted focus to House Bill 3724, presented by Representative John Lively. This bill aims to direct the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to expand regulations prohibiting the advertising of marijuana products to minors. Representative Lively emphasized that the bill is a proactive measure to avoid constitutional challenges related to vague language previously deemed problematic by the courts. He noted that the bill would replace subjective terms with clear criteria to safeguard public health and ensure regulatory stability.

Mike Getlin, representing the Cannabis Industry Alliance of Oregon, supported the bill, highlighting the industry's commitment to preventing minors from accessing cannabis products. He noted that Oregon has set a national standard for cannabis regulation and that House Bill 3724 continues this trend by clarifying the OLCC's authority in light of recent court rulings.

The committee concluded the session with no further questions or objections regarding House Bill 3724, marking a significant step in enhancing protections against underage access to cannabis products. The meeting underscored the Oregon Legislature's ongoing efforts to balance industry growth with public health and safety considerations.