Updates on HB 3048, 3189, and 3191, and SB 602
- Despite strong efforts and support from Oregon's nonprofit community, Senate Bill (SB) 602, the Nonprofit Grant and Contract Modernization Act has failed to pass the 2025 Oregon legislative session due to budgetary and timing concerns. It is currently too early to be sure if the bill will be reintroduced in 2026.
- Oregon legislature has advanced House Bills (HB) 3048, 3189, and 3191. These bills are related to funding Oregon arts and culture, and are currently being reviewed by the Joint Committee On Ways and Means. These bills offer funding to empower community arts and culture spaces.
National Museums Advocacy Day
The American Alliance of Museums hosted 2025's Museums Advocacy Day in Washington D.C. on February 24 and 25. You can continue to join in from your neck of the woods using these resources.