About Oregon’s Legislature
The Oregon State Legislature convenes annually in February at the State Capitol in Salem, but sessions may not exceed 160 days in odd-numbered years (long session) and 35 days in even-numbered years (short session). In odd-numbered years, the Legislative Assembly convenes on the second Monday in January to swear-in newly elected officials, elect legislative leaders, adopt rules, organize and appoint committees, and begin introducing bills.
If an emergency arises during the interim period when the legislature is not in session, the Governor or a majority of both houses of the legislature may call a special session.