(2) The purpose of the card program is to allow members of the public to make voluntary contributions to search and rescue efforts in Oregon by purchasing cards and making voluntary donations.
(3) An agreement under this section must meet the requirements set forth in ORS 404.410.
(4) If the department enters into an agreement under this section, the department shall submit a report to the standing or interim committees of the Legislative Assembly relating to emergency services, on or before December 31 of each year, that describes the administration and effectiveness of the card program.
(5) Purchase of a card does not exempt a purchaser from liability for reimbursement under ORS 404.270.
(6) As used in this section and ORS 404.410:
(a) "Authorized seller" means a state, local or federal agency or private entity that agrees to make cards available for purchase.
(b) "Card" means an outdoor recreation search and rescue card. [2021 c.458 §1]
Note: The name of the Office of Emergency Management has been changed in 404.400 to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. The name change becomes operative on July 1, 2022. See sections 1 and 155, chapter 539, Oregon Laws 2021.
Structure 2021 Oregon Revised Statutes
Volume : 10 - Highways, Military
Chapter 404 - Search and Rescue
Section 404.100 - Search and Rescue Coordinator; appointment; duties.
Section 404.105 - Program for air search and rescue.
Section 404.120 - County sheriff to adopt search and rescue plan; contents; annual review.
Section 404.130 - Search and rescue incident number.
Section 404.135 - Investigative subpoena.
Section 404.200 - Definitions for ORS 404.200 to 404.215.
Section 404.215 - Workers’ compensation coverage.
Section 404.250 - Leave of absence from employment for search and rescue volunteer.
Section 404.300 - Definitions for ORS 404.300 to 404.315.
Section 404.315 - Exemption from liability for electronic signaling device; exceptions.
Section 404.325 - Posting of emergency contact telephone number.
Section 404.350 - Rescue of companion animal.
Section 404.400 - Agreement for outdoor recreation search and rescue card program.
Section 404.410 - Requirements of program; search and rescue grants; reporting.