Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 271 § 271.005 — Definitions for ORS 271.005 to 271.540
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 271 ·
Oregon Code § 271.005·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Definitions for ORS 271.005 to 271.540.
As used in ORS 271.005 to 271.540:
(1) Governing
body means the board or body in which the general legislative power of a
political subdivision is vested.
(2) Governmental
body means the State of Oregon, a political subdivision, the United States of
America or an agency thereof.
(3) Political
subdivision means any local government unit, including, but not limited to, a
county, city, town, port, dock commission or district, that exists under the
laws of Oregon and has power to levy and collect taxes. [1981 c.787 §2]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 271.005
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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