Chapter 329 Oregon Laws 1999

Session Law

AN ACT

HB 2665

Relating to One and Two Family Dwelling Code.

Whereas it is the policy of the State of Oregon to encourage employees of this state to telecommute when opportunities exist for improved employee performance, reduced commuting miles and agency savings; and

Whereas telecommuting programs boost productivity, reduce office and real estate costs, provide employee flexibility to balance work and home life and help employers recruit valuable staff; and

Whereas the Office of Energy actively promotes telecommuting in Oregon because it conserves fuel, relieves traffic congestion, improves air quality and provides economic opportunities for Oregonians regardless of geographic location; and

Whereas there is increased demand for additional residential telephone lines to facilitate the use of telecommunications services in the home; and

Whereas the Seventieth Legislative Assembly finds that policies encouraging telecommuting are beneficial to our state; now, therefore,

Be It Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon:

SECTION 1. Section 2 of this 1999 Act is added to and made a part of ORS chapter 455.

SECTION 2. The Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services shall conduct a review of the latest developments in communications and cable service technology. Based on the results of the review, the director shall adopt, amend or repeal the state building code as necessary to establish viable standards for providing advanced telecommunications and cable service technology to newly constructed one and two family dwellings.

Approved by the Governor June 23, 1999

Filed in the office of Secretary of State June 24, 1999

Effective date October 23, 1999

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