Measure on the ballot in the 2018 Oregon 2018 General Election in Oregon.
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Get StartedThe measure would amend the Oregon Constitution to require three-fifths of the legislature to approve bills that increase revenue in any way.
A "yes" vote requires a three-fifths majority in both the state House and Senate to approve all bills that increase revenue
A "no" vote excludes some bills from the three-fifths majority rule, including those that reduce tax breaks and credits.
While a three-fifths majority is already needed to pass bills that raise taxes, lawmakers can eliminate tax deductions and create fees without a three-fifths majority. The measure would end this loophole and make sure that bills directly affecting taxpayers are bipartisan. , in support of Measure 104 (Learn more)
The Oregon Center for Public Policy argues that this measure would complicate any bills being passed that raise revenue for the state. Corporations would be able to easily block any changes to their tax subsidies and deductions. , in opposition to Measure 104 (Learn more)
A small minority of lawmakers could prevent crucial bills from being passed, increasing legislative deadlock., in opposition to Measure 104 (Learn more)
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