Recalls and Petition
1. Recall of Oregon Governor (Tina Kotek)
- A prospective recall petition against Governor Tina Kotek was filed on July 28, 2025, by William Minnix of the group Oregon for the People. Petitioners must collect nearly 293,000 signatures by October 27, 2025 to move the recall forward. KTVZBallotpedia
- You can view the official petition document filed with the Oregon Secretary of State here: Prospective Petition (Form SEL-350) Oregon Secretary of State
- For general instructions on filing recall petitions, and who qualifies, the Oregon Secretary of State’s Recall page offers comprehensive guidance. Oregon Secretary of State
2. Recall of Claire Hall – Lincoln County Commissioner
Recall of Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall
A recall petition against Commissioner Claire Hall was approved by the Lincoln County Clerk on August 4–5, 2025, allowing signature collection to begin.
Petitioners have 90 days (deadline: November 2, 2025) to collect 3,950 valid signatures from Lincoln County registered voters.
The recall effort cites concerns related to meeting procedures and workplace conduct raised by constituents.
3. Petition to End Mail-In Voting in Oregon
Oregon has conducted statewide vote-by-mail elections since 1998, becoming the first state to do so.
A legal challenge seeking to overturn Oregon’s vote-by-mail system was declined by the U.S. Supreme Court, meaning the current system remains in place.
Citizens interested in proposing changes to state election law—including ballot initiatives or referendums—can review requirements and filing steps through the Oregon Secretary of State’s official initiative and referral process:
🔗 Initiatives, Referendums, Referrals, and Recalls – Oregon Secretary of State
