08/05/2026
Update: Now that Initiative Petition 28 did not qualify for the November 2026 ballot, the conversation has shifted to what comes next: protecting Oregonians’ constitutional rights through both the Legislature and Oregon’s initiative petition process.
Here’s where things stand.
• Legislative path: Senate Republican Leader Christine Drazan and Senate Republican leadership have introduced legislation to refer a constitutional amendment to voters that would establish the right to hunt, fish, and farm. If approved by the Legislature during the 2027 session, the measure would appear on the November 2028 ballot.
• Citizen initiative path: Supporters are also pursuing a constitutional amendment through Oregon’s citizen initiative process, which would place the question directly before voters if signature requirements are met.
These are two separate and important efforts, and both are moving forward.
It’s also important to understand that a constitutional amendment, even if adopted, would not prevent future initiative petitions from being filed. Measures like IP 28, or future proposals affecting animal agriculture, hunting, fishing, trapping, or other lawful activities, could still be proposed.
That said, a constitutional amendment would establish stronger constitutional protections that courts could rely on when evaluating future laws or ballot measures affecting these rights. If adopted, it would send a clear message that Oregonians value agriculture, hunting, and fishing, and recognize the importance of preserving our state’s farming, ranching, hunting, and fishing heritage for future generations.
We’ll continue to share updates as these efforts move forward.
Stay tuned.
