The purpose of this chapter is to implement the intent and purpose of section 12, Article XI, of the Oregon Constitution including authorization for the establishment of people’s utility districts to develop the water and energy resources of this state for the benefit of the people of this state and to supply public utility service, including water, water power and electric energy for all uses and users.
ORS 261.007
Known as the People’s Utility District Law
The act spans §§ 261–261 (107 sections).
Applied in 5 court decisions — leading case Emerald PUD v. PP & L (1986)
Most recently applied in Emerald People's Utility District v. Pacific Power & Light Co. (November 1986)
1979 c.588 §2
Official source: Oregon State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Oregon statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.