Oregon enacts bill providing notarization relief

State Issues Covid-19 Fintech ESIGN Notary Debt Collection CARES Act Financial Institutions

On June 30, the Oregon governor signed HB 4212, which provides relief relating to wage garnishment and notarization, among other things. The bill exempts certain recovery rebate payments under the CARES Act from garnishment requirements applicable to financial institutions. The bill also permits electronic notarization, provided certain requirements are met. The bill took effect on June 30.