The Oregon Constitution is the governing document of the U.S. state of Oregon, originally enacted in 1857. As amended the current state constitution contains eighteen sections, beginning with a bill of rights. This contains most of the rights and privileges granted in the United States Bill of Rights and the main text of the United States Constitution. The remainder of the Oregon Constitution outlines the divisions of power within the state government, lists the times of elections, and defines the state boundaries and the capital as Salem.
History
The first constitutional documents enacted in Oregon pre-dated statehood. These were the Organic Law of 1843 and the Organic Law of 1845, adopted to govern Oregon Territory. In 1857, leaders of the territory gathered at the Oregon Constitutional Convention and drafted the current constitution. Over half of the document's content was derived in part from the Indiana constitution. Its original implementation provisions included a vote excluding African Americans from the state.
Oregon (i/ˈɔːrᵻɡən/AWR-ə-gən) is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Oregon is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean, on the north by Washington, on the south by California, on the east by Idaho, and on the southeast by Nevada. The Columbia River delineates much of Oregon's northern boundary, and the Snake River delineates much of the eastern boundary. The parallel 42° north delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada. It is one of only three states of the contiguous United States to have a coastline on the Pacific Ocean, and the proximity to the ocean heavily influences the state's mild winter climate, despite the latitude.
Oregon was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before Western traders, explorers, and settlers arrived. An autonomous government was formed in the Oregon Country in 1843, the Oregon Territory was created in 1848, and Oregon became the 33rd state on February14, 1859. Today, at 98,000 square miles, Oregon is the ninth largest and, with a population of 4 million, 26th most populous U.S. state. The capital of Oregon is Salem, the second most populous of its cities, with 160,614 residents (2013 estimate). With 609,456 residents (2013 estimate), Portland is the largest city in Oregon and ranks 29th in the U.S. Its metro population of 2,314,554 (2013 estimate) is 24th. The Willamette Valley in western Oregon is the state's most densely populated area, home to eight of the ten most populous cities.
The land Oregon, Illinois was founded on was previously held by the Potawatomi and Winnebago Indian tribes. In fact, later, settlers discovered that the area contained a large number of Indian mounds, most 10 to 12 feet in diameter.
Ogle County was a New England settlement. The original founders of Oregon and Rochelle consisted entirely of settlers from New England. These people were "Yankees", that is to say they were descended from the EnglishPuritans who settled New England in the 1600s. They were part of a wave of New England farmers who headed west into what was then the wilds of the Northwest Territory during the early 1800s. Most of them arrived as a result of the completion of the Erie Canal. When they arrived in what is now Bureau County there was nothing but a virgin forest and wild prairie, the New Englanders laid out farms, constructed roads, erected government buildings and established post routes. They brought with them many of their YankeeNew England values, such as a passion for education, establishing many schools as well as staunch support for abolitionism. They were mostly members of the Congregationalist Church though some were Episcopalian. Culturally Bureau County, like much of northern Illinois would be culturally very continuous with early New England culture, for most of its history.
Towner and Moore had been friends and occasional collaborators since meeting in 1960 as students at the University of Oregon. By 1969, both were working musicians living in New York; while collaborating with folksinger Tim Hardin they were introduced to world music pioneer Paul Winter's "Consort" ensemble, particularly member Collin Walcott, with whom Towner began improvising as an informal duo. By 1970 Towner and Moore had joined the Winter Consort and met fellow member McCandless; the four began exploring improvisation on their own, while their contributions continued to be seminal in redefining the Winter Consort "sound" in compositions like Towner's "Icarus".
The four musicians made their first group recording in 1970, but the label, Increase Records, went out of business before it could be released (it eventually was issued by Vanguard in 1980 as Our First Record). Oregon made its "formal" debut in NYC in 1971 (originally named "Thyme — Music of Another Present Era", the name change to Oregon was suggested by McCandless).
Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson and Oregon State Archivist Mary Beth Herkert invite Oregonians to help make our state's founding document available for future generations to experience. The Oregon Constitution Challenge is a crowdfunding goals of $100,000 needed for a professional restoration of the historic document and a secure, climate-controlled display case.
published: 21 Feb 2017
Oregon Constitution with Rep Mike Nearman - Session 1
published: 10 Jan 2020
Restoring The Original Oregon Constitution
Learn about the process to restore the original Oregon Constitution. Thank you to Oregonians all around the state who contributed to the Constitution Challenge. https://sos.oregon.gov/archives/Pages/constitution-challenge.aspx
published: 10 Jan 2018
Article1 Section 1 of Oregon Constitution on the Walls of the City Council Chambers.mov
Mayor Spinnett of Damascus, Oregon explains why he arranged to have of Article One Section One of the Oregon Constitution on the wall of the Council Chambers and what else was also posted in the process.
published: 08 Oct 2011
Taxes in Oregon: What Went Wrong?
Oregon’s taxes are among the strangest in the country. While Oregon’s state income taxes are among the highest, our total taxes are among the lowest. How did we get here? Where should we go? Two former legislators reflect on lessons learned about Oregon’s unstable tax base.
published: 18 Jan 2019
Friday Forum: Groceries and the Oregon Constitution
Presented on September 21st, 2018
The grocery industry has put Measure 103 on the ballot to preempt the taxation of groceries. But are apples and bread being targeted for new taxes? And do we really need a grocery specific tax protection in the Oregon Constitution?
We'll discuss these and other questions at Friday Forum. Join us as we hear from those who disagree with Measure 103 and why they—and City Club members—think voters should vote "No" in November.
Moderator:
Hillary Borrud covers state government and politics for The Oregonian/OregonLive. Over the last decade, Hillary covered local government in central Oregon and state government for publications including the East Oregonian, Portland Tribune and other community newspapers across the state.
Panel:
Barbara Smith Warner (D) r...
Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson and Oregon State Archivist Mary Beth Herkert invite Oregonians to help make our state's founding document available ...
Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson and Oregon State Archivist Mary Beth Herkert invite Oregonians to help make our state's founding document available for future generations to experience. The Oregon Constitution Challenge is a crowdfunding goals of $100,000 needed for a professional restoration of the historic document and a secure, climate-controlled display case.
Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson and Oregon State Archivist Mary Beth Herkert invite Oregonians to help make our state's founding document available for future generations to experience. The Oregon Constitution Challenge is a crowdfunding goals of $100,000 needed for a professional restoration of the historic document and a secure, climate-controlled display case.
Learn about the process to restore the original Oregon Constitution. Thank you to Oregonians all around the state who contributed to the Constitution Challenge....
Learn about the process to restore the original Oregon Constitution. Thank you to Oregonians all around the state who contributed to the Constitution Challenge. https://sos.oregon.gov/archives/Pages/constitution-challenge.aspx
Learn about the process to restore the original Oregon Constitution. Thank you to Oregonians all around the state who contributed to the Constitution Challenge. https://sos.oregon.gov/archives/Pages/constitution-challenge.aspx
Mayor Spinnett of Damascus, Oregon explains why he arranged to have of Article One Section One of the Oregon Constitution on the wall of the Council Chambers an...
Mayor Spinnett of Damascus, Oregon explains why he arranged to have of Article One Section One of the Oregon Constitution on the wall of the Council Chambers and what else was also posted in the process.
Mayor Spinnett of Damascus, Oregon explains why he arranged to have of Article One Section One of the Oregon Constitution on the wall of the Council Chambers and what else was also posted in the process.
Oregon’s taxes are among the strangest in the country. While Oregon’s state income taxes are among the highest, our total taxes are among the lowest. How did we...
Oregon’s taxes are among the strangest in the country. While Oregon’s state income taxes are among the highest, our total taxes are among the lowest. How did we get here? Where should we go? Two former legislators reflect on lessons learned about Oregon’s unstable tax base.
Oregon’s taxes are among the strangest in the country. While Oregon’s state income taxes are among the highest, our total taxes are among the lowest. How did we get here? Where should we go? Two former legislators reflect on lessons learned about Oregon’s unstable tax base.
Presented on September 21st, 2018
The grocery industry has put Measure 103 on the ballot to preempt the taxation of groceries. But are apples and bread being t...
Presented on September 21st, 2018
The grocery industry has put Measure 103 on the ballot to preempt the taxation of groceries. But are apples and bread being targeted for new taxes? And do we really need a grocery specific tax protection in the Oregon Constitution?
We'll discuss these and other questions at Friday Forum. Join us as we hear from those who disagree with Measure 103 and why they—and City Club members—think voters should vote "No" in November.
Moderator:
Hillary Borrud covers state government and politics for The Oregonian/OregonLive. Over the last decade, Hillary covered local government in central Oregon and state government for publications including the East Oregonian, Portland Tribune and other community newspapers across the state.
Panel:
Barbara Smith Warner (D) represents Oregon House District 45, which includes Northeast Portland, the City of Maywood Park, and the Parkrose area. She is the House Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Student Success, House Co-Chair of the Ways and Means subcommittee on Education, and serves on the House Revenue and House Rules committees.
Christina Bodamer is the Oregon Government Relations Director for the American Heart Association and a ten-year veteran in healthcare nonprofit government affairs. She says she endeavors to be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of all Oregonians. Advocating for research-based policy changes at both the state and local level, she says the American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Previous organizations include the Oregon Dental Association and the American Lung Association.
Elisabeth Swarttouw is the Campaign Manager for the No on Measure 103 Campaign. She has years of public policy and campaign experience in Oregon. She got her start in Senator Michael Dembrow's legislative office and more recently managed Senator-Elect Shemia Fagan's successful primary campaign. Elisabeth is most passionate about working on behalf of policies that benefit working people, communities of color, and reform our criminal justice system.
Presented on September 21st, 2018
The grocery industry has put Measure 103 on the ballot to preempt the taxation of groceries. But are apples and bread being targeted for new taxes? And do we really need a grocery specific tax protection in the Oregon Constitution?
We'll discuss these and other questions at Friday Forum. Join us as we hear from those who disagree with Measure 103 and why they—and City Club members—think voters should vote "No" in November.
Moderator:
Hillary Borrud covers state government and politics for The Oregonian/OregonLive. Over the last decade, Hillary covered local government in central Oregon and state government for publications including the East Oregonian, Portland Tribune and other community newspapers across the state.
Panel:
Barbara Smith Warner (D) represents Oregon House District 45, which includes Northeast Portland, the City of Maywood Park, and the Parkrose area. She is the House Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Student Success, House Co-Chair of the Ways and Means subcommittee on Education, and serves on the House Revenue and House Rules committees.
Christina Bodamer is the Oregon Government Relations Director for the American Heart Association and a ten-year veteran in healthcare nonprofit government affairs. She says she endeavors to be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of all Oregonians. Advocating for research-based policy changes at both the state and local level, she says the American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Previous organizations include the Oregon Dental Association and the American Lung Association.
Elisabeth Swarttouw is the Campaign Manager for the No on Measure 103 Campaign. She has years of public policy and campaign experience in Oregon. She got her start in Senator Michael Dembrow's legislative office and more recently managed Senator-Elect Shemia Fagan's successful primary campaign. Elisabeth is most passionate about working on behalf of policies that benefit working people, communities of color, and reform our criminal justice system.
Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson and Oregon State Archivist Mary Beth Herkert invite Oregonians to help make our state's founding document available for future generations to experience. The Oregon Constitution Challenge is a crowdfunding goals of $100,000 needed for a professional restoration of the historic document and a secure, climate-controlled display case.
Learn about the process to restore the original Oregon Constitution. Thank you to Oregonians all around the state who contributed to the Constitution Challenge. https://sos.oregon.gov/archives/Pages/constitution-challenge.aspx
Mayor Spinnett of Damascus, Oregon explains why he arranged to have of Article One Section One of the Oregon Constitution on the wall of the Council Chambers and what else was also posted in the process.
Oregon’s taxes are among the strangest in the country. While Oregon’s state income taxes are among the highest, our total taxes are among the lowest. How did we get here? Where should we go? Two former legislators reflect on lessons learned about Oregon’s unstable tax base.
Presented on September 21st, 2018
The grocery industry has put Measure 103 on the ballot to preempt the taxation of groceries. But are apples and bread being targeted for new taxes? And do we really need a grocery specific tax protection in the Oregon Constitution?
We'll discuss these and other questions at Friday Forum. Join us as we hear from those who disagree with Measure 103 and why they—and City Club members—think voters should vote "No" in November.
Moderator:
Hillary Borrud covers state government and politics for The Oregonian/OregonLive. Over the last decade, Hillary covered local government in central Oregon and state government for publications including the East Oregonian, Portland Tribune and other community newspapers across the state.
Panel:
Barbara Smith Warner (D) represents Oregon House District 45, which includes Northeast Portland, the City of Maywood Park, and the Parkrose area. She is the House Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Student Success, House Co-Chair of the Ways and Means subcommittee on Education, and serves on the House Revenue and House Rules committees.
Christina Bodamer is the Oregon Government Relations Director for the American Heart Association and a ten-year veteran in healthcare nonprofit government affairs. She says she endeavors to be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of all Oregonians. Advocating for research-based policy changes at both the state and local level, she says the American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Previous organizations include the Oregon Dental Association and the American Lung Association.
Elisabeth Swarttouw is the Campaign Manager for the No on Measure 103 Campaign. She has years of public policy and campaign experience in Oregon. She got her start in Senator Michael Dembrow's legislative office and more recently managed Senator-Elect Shemia Fagan's successful primary campaign. Elisabeth is most passionate about working on behalf of policies that benefit working people, communities of color, and reform our criminal justice system.
The Oregon Constitution is the governing document of the U.S. state of Oregon, originally enacted in 1857. As amended the current state constitution contains eighteen sections, beginning with a bill of rights. This contains most of the rights and privileges granted in the United States Bill of Rights and the main text of the United States Constitution. The remainder of the Oregon Constitution outlines the divisions of power within the state government, lists the times of elections, and defines the state boundaries and the capital as Salem.
History
The first constitutional documents enacted in Oregon pre-dated statehood. These were the Organic Law of 1843 and the Organic Law of 1845, adopted to govern Oregon Territory. In 1857, leaders of the territory gathered at the Oregon Constitutional Convention and drafted the current constitution. Over half of the document's content was derived in part from the Indiana constitution. Its original implementation provisions included a vote excluding African Americans from the state.
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