Rulemaking is the process of creating or changing regulations. Administrative rules are like instructions from a government agency. They set standards and explain how to follow the law or policy. These rules are made by different government bodies, and they can be created, changed, or removed either temporarily or permanently.
- Rulemaking initiated by ODA staff, public petition, or the Oregon legislature.
- Draft rules are frequently presented to a rules advisory committee one or more times.
- Rules are published in the OR Bulletin, ODA rulemaking webpage, and ODA rulemaking email list for public comment.
- A public hearing (typically virtually) is scheduled and written comments can be submitted by members of the public by a set deadline.
- ODA Director reviews comments and makes determination on any changes to proposed rules.
- Permanent rules are filed with the Oregon Secretary of State to conclude the rulemaking process.
Filed temporary rules
Proposed rules open for public comment -
Refer to the Secretary of State website for the official and complete rules. If you think there are any discrepancies or omissions in the version provided here, please consult the Secretary of State website.
- Updates Presumptive Marijuana Rules
Last day for written comments - November 29, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - 
updates_presumptive_marijuana_rules.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - November 21, 2024 9:00-9:30 am
Meeting URL: Click here to join meeting
Meeting ID: 290 266 356 325
Passcode: CNhwYj
Dial-in by phone: +1 503-446-4951,,921054676#
- Update motor fuel quality standards to the current 2024 ASTM revisions
Last day for written comments - November 18, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - Update motor fuel quality standards.pdf
Public comment hearing (virtual) information - November 12, 2024 10:00-11:00 am
Meeting URL: Click here to join meeting
Meeting ID: 230399805733
Passcode: HH6MPR
Dial-in by phone: +1 503-446-4951,,790262646#
Completed public comment proposed rules
Last day for written comments - September 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - proposed_certification_fee_rules.pdf
- Update the Klamath Headwaters Agricultural Water Quality Rules
Last day for written comments - August 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - klamath_headwaters_proposed_rules.pdf
- Updates Livestock Brand Inspection Fee Rules
Last day for written comments - July 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - updated copy that includes page 3 (from Secretary of State website) - proposed_brands_rules.PDF
- Updates Oregon Noxious Weed Quarantine List
Last day for written comments - July 31, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - proposed_updates_to_noxious_weed_list_rules.pdf
- Repeals the Central OR Protected District for Brassicas
Last day for written comments - June 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules -central_or_protected_district_proposed_rules.pdf
- Updates Confined Animal Feed Operations (CAFO) Rules per SB85
Last day for written comments - July 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Proposed rules - SB85_proposed_rules.pdf
Upcoming rule advisory committee (RAC) meetings
While they can be open to the public, a RAC is for invited participants only to work together and to provide comments to help guide the agency on the rule drafting.