Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateOregonIntroduced
HB 4016: Relating to tax compliance; and prescribing an effective date.
Unknown Sponsor
HB 4016 status: Introduced — Chapter 102, (2026 Laws): Effective date June 5, 2026 (updated Apr 13, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 60/100
Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion80%
Bill summary
Requires public contractors to demonstrate and maintain tax compliance, through a certification process, as a condition of the execution of a public contract. Becomes operative January 1, 2027. Directs the Secretary of State to study methods for collecting information through business registry function to ensure tax compliance by persons doing business in this state. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Ensures tax fairness among public contractors.
- Increases state revenue collection security.
- Promotes a level playing field for compliant businesses.
Risks
- Increases administrative burden for small business contractors.
- May exclude potential vendors with minor tax discrepancies.
- Increases compliance costs associated with certification.
Society
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Increases transparency in public contracting.
- Strengthens oversight of taxpayer funds.
- Directs executive branch to study registry improvements.
Risks
- Places increased data collection requirements on state agencies.
- Potential for bureaucratic complexity in registry management.
- Risk of agency overreach in compliance verification.
Public Health & Safety
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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