Rulemaking Information

Overview

This page displays the current, published rules of the Oregon Board of Maritime Pilots along with any proposed rule changes.

The Oregon Board of Maritime Pilots (OBMP) exists because of and operates according to laws made by the Oregon legislature. These laws provide the framework for OBMP's operation and authority. OBMP's Administrative Rules further explain or implement the laws.

Current Laws and Rules

Laws: Oregon Revised Statue (ORS) 776

Rules: Oregon Administrative Rule - Chapter 856

State of Oregon Administrative Rules Resources

Oregon Secretary of State Administrative Rules Database (OARD)
The OARD should be referenced as the authoritative record for the text of all established rules.

Oregon Transparency Website
The Oregon Transparency website provides resources that will help you learn more about state government and how it works, including Administrative Rules.

To review Rules Review Committee meeting agendas, notes, or to listen to recordings, please visit our Meetings page.

Proposed Rules

Proposed rule changes are open for public comment until the date listed below. Please send your written comments to the Rules Coordinator.

Recently Adopted Rules

Permanent and temporary rule changes that have been approved and filed with the Secretary of State within approximately the last six months.

Rulemaking Calendar
2025

May: OAR 856-015-0045: Biannual adjustment to License Fees

Public comment information

If you are interested in submitting public comment in relation to a specific rule, and the window for comment is still open, you can submit an official public comment using one of the options listed below.

Please reference the specific rule change you would like to comment on.

Email Comment

Send an email with the official comment to Administrator/Rules Coordinator, Kim Oster, at kim.oster@obmp.oregon.gov. Please include the rule referenced in the subject line of the email.

Mail-in Comment

Oregon Board of Maritime Pilots
800 NE Oregon St #507
Portland, OR 97232

Phone Comment

Please call (971) 673-1530

Contact Us

Please contact Administrator/Rules Coordinator, Kim Oster, with any questions, requests for past rulemakings, or to be added to our notification list.

kim.oster@obmp.oregon.gov

(971) 673-1530

Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this information is available in alternative formats upon request.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a public hearing should make a request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled hearing.

Please email the Rules Coordinator if you have questions or need an accommodation.