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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act directs the Department of State Police to study background checks for gun transfers. (Flesch Readability Score: 67.5). Requires the Department of State Police to study the efficiency of firearm transfer criminal background checks. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of State Police to conduct a comprehensive study on improving the efficiency of criminal background checks for firearm transfers. Specifically, the department is required to examine the current process for conducting these background checks and explore potential ways to make the system more streamlined and effective. By September 15, 2026, the department must submit a report to the interim legislative committees focused on judiciary matters, which may include specific recommendations for legislative changes. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the study mandate will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, ensuring that this is a time-limited review and not a permanent ongoing requirement. The goal appears to be evaluating and potentially improving the existing process for conducting background checks when firearms are transferred between individuals, with an emphasis on maintaining both public safety and administrative efficiency.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2606 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2606 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83586 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2606/Introduced |
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