Oregon would limit local restrictions on fossil fuel terminals

Local governments would be barred from banning terminals that transport or store fossil fuels in bulk on covered industrial land. The land must be zoned for industrial uses and allow railroad yards, marine docks, or waste storage, transfer, or transport. These limits would apply despite statewide land use goals concerning natural hazards or energy conservation. Local rules could not individually or together discourage the covered terminal uses. If enacted, these limits would take effect on the 91st day after the 2026 regular session's final adjournment. They would cover local rules adopted before, on, or after that date.

Oregon's Environmental Quality Commission could adopt a schedule to phase in fuel emissions standards. The standards cover gasoline, diesel, and fuels used in their place. The cap measures average greenhouse gas emissions per unit of fuel energy. Imports by related people or businesses, or those sharing ownership or control, would count together when determining the exemption. If enacted, this section would take effect on the 91st day after the 2026 regular session's final adjournment.