Oregon House bill in Session 2026R1.
Status: introduced. Latest action: February 16, 2026.
Disallows, for purposes of personal income taxation, a mortgage interest deduction for a residence other than the taxpayer's principal residence, unless the taxpayer sells the residence or actively markets the residence for sale.
The Act ends the tax deduction for mortgage interest paid for a taxpayer's second home. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Disallows, for purposes of personal income taxation, a mortgage interest deduction for a residence other than the taxpayer's principal residence, unless the taxpayer sells the residence or actively markets the residence for sale. Establishes the Oregon Homeownership Opportunity Account. Transfers an amount equal to the estimated increase in revenue attributable to restrictions on the deduction of mortgage interest to the account, for the purpose of making down payment assistance payments. Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-02 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2026-02-16 | Status | introduced |
| 2026-02-16 | Latest Action | Public Hearing held. |