Ballots can be sent to about 300 new voters , whether or not they approve them . Oregon 's motor vehicle bureau records will automatically registered to vote . New law turns elections on their own , changing voting from ' opt - in ' to ' drop - out ' Gov . stew ##art , who took office after her predecessor resigned under an ethical cloud , signed the bill on Monday .
Ballots will be sent to about 300,000 new voters , whether or not they want them . Oregon 's motor vehicle bureau records will automatically registered to vote . New law turns elections on their head , changing voting from 'opt-in ' to 'opt-out ' Gov . Kate Brown , who took office after her predecessor resigned under an ethical cloud , signed the bill on Monday .