[1] Oregon also has a system of commissions, wherein private citizens are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate; these commissions have the authority to hire and fire the heads of the agencies they govern, and must confirm changes to the permanent rules governing those agencies.

[3] On November 9, 1857, Oregon voters approved its first constitution that then became effective upon statehood on February 14, 1859.

The changes include the introduction of a direct legislation system, which enabled numerous popular decisions via initiative, both to the constitution and to the Oregon Revised Statutes.

The original implementation provisions included a vote excluding African-Americans from the state.

The judges are also elected statewide to six-year terms, with vacancies filed by appointment of the governor.

[6] Cases involving issues of taxation are handled primarily through the Oregon Tax Court.