Senate Joint Resolution 44 would repeal Article II, Section 9 from the Oregon Constitution, which says anyone who offers, accepts or knowingly participates in a duel can’t hold public office.

…The proposal had its first hearing Wednesday and Republican Sen. Brian Boquist, its chief sponsor, said it’s one of several archaic laws that just don’t make sense in modern times.

\Oregon voters may toss constitutional ban on duels

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