The Oregon Board of Architect Examiners (OBAE) was established in 1919 and consists of seven members - five members are resident architects and two members represent the general public. The board ensures that only competent persons and firms are permitted to practice architecture in Oregon and that all practicing architects follow prescribed professional standards of conduct. The board establishes qualifications and examines architects who want to practice in Oregon, registers architectural firms, investigates complaints and alleged violations of the Architectural Practice Act, and is authorized to deny, suspend, or revoke registrations and to assess civil penalties. The OBAE is self-supporting and receives the majority of its revenue from application, registration and renewal fees.