Oregon’s Right to a Healthy Environment Gets a Hearing & Rally
The Oregon Right to a Healthy Environment Amendment (aka Oregon’s version of a Green Amendment) will be the subject of a hearing on March 26, 2025 before the Senate Committee On Rules.
When: Wednesday, March 26 at 1PM
Where: Room HR C in the Oregon State Capitol building
There is an opportunity to provide both written and verbal testimony to share your thoughts on the Oregon Green Amendment.
- To submit written testimony, visit the SJR28 tracking page, click on the “Submit Testimony” tab, and follow the provided instructions. Note that written testimony may be submitted up to 48 hours after the committee meeting is scheduled to begin.
- To register to give verbal testimony, visit the SJR28 tracking page, click on the “Register to Testify” tab, and follow the provided instructions. Note that registration ends 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting. After that time, the registration system will close.
Find some resources to help inform your comments or testimony here.
Additionally, the Oregon Coalition for an Environmental Rights Amendment (OCERA) has planned a day full of activities to participate in to support your environmental rights, including an Oregon Green Amendment rally!
When: Wednesday, March 26 from 2-4PM
Where: North side green lawn of the Capitol
Who: There will be speeches, media, and press present so bring your signs!
OCERA is asking that rally attendees and individuals who intend to testify in coalition with OCERA to register at this link. To find additional resources and opportunities to engage on the 26th and beyond, visit the OCERA website here.
Become an Ambassador
Help others understand the importance and values of having the Oregon “Right to a Healthy Environment” Amendment (Oregon’s version of a Green Amendment) by becoming a Green Amendment Ambassador.
- Speak to your church or community group;
- Share the message through door hangers;
- Invite your local business to sign on in support;
- Spread the word online via social media.
There are many ways to engage as an ambassador and to educate others about the values of having an Oregon Green Amendment.
Learn more about the options and sign up here: I’m interested in being a Green Amendment Ambassador.
