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To contact me, please click here: Rep.RickLewis@oregonlegislature.gov
Fellow Veterans, Friends and Neighbors,
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proposing big cuts to the Special Access Permit for service-connected disabled veterans. Previously, they got unlimited free camping nights in state parks. Now, it's limited to just 10 nights per year — and only for Oregon residents.
This is a 46% reduction in benefits. The state is trying to save some money, but at what cost to those who've served?
Public comment period ends Jan 15, 2026
Share your thoughts!
Do these changes go too far? How has the permit helped you?
Submit feedback on OPRD's proposed rule change here: https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/prp/pages/prp-division%2015.aspx
View OPRD's Press Release and more details here. NEWS-2025-12-Division-15-Rules.pdf
Thank you for your engagement and supporting our veterans. Your voice matters!
Sincerely,
 Rick Lewis
State Representative
House District 18
Oregon's Christmas Tree District
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1418
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-385, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.RickLewis@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: http://www.oregonlegislature.gov/lewis
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