Oregon Code § 98.850·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Legislative findings and declaration.
(1) The Legislative Assembly finds that:
(a) 49 U.S.C.
14501(c)(1) limits the authority of the state and political subdivisions of the
state to enact or enforce laws or ordinances related to price, route or service
of motor carriers with respect to the transportation of property.
(b) 49 U.S.C.
14501(c)(2)(A) exempts, from the limits described in paragraph (a) of this
subsection, safety regulations with respect to motor vehicles.
(c) 49 U.S.C.
14501(c)(2)(C) exempts, from the limits described in paragraph (a) of this
subsection, laws or ordinances relating to the price of for-hire motor vehicle
transportation by a tow truck if the transportation is performed without the
prior consent or authorization of the owner or operator of the motor vehicle.
(2) The
Legislative Assembly declares that:
(a) Statutes that
assist members of the public in avoiding involuntary loss of use of motor
vehicles and in expediting recovery of motor vehicles and the personal property
in the motor vehicles promote the safety and welfare of members of the public.
(b) ORS 98.810 to
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 98.850
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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