Which agency requires you to submit proof of current registration when applying as a business name and not an individual name?

• A. Secretary of State, Corporate Division
• B. Secretary of State, Business Registration
• C. Department of Revenue
• D. Oregon Health Authority

Answer: (A)

Using a business name rather than your individual name means you’re operating under a trade name that must be registered with the state. In Oregon, the official register for that registration is kept by the Secretary of State, Corporate Division. When you apply for licensure under a business name, you’re typically required to show proof that the assumed name is currently registered and active. This ensures the name is legally in use and identifiable to the public. The Department of Revenue handles tax matters, and the Oregon Health Authority handles professional licensing, but neither is the agency that maintains or requires proof of current registration for a business name.