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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 tells the State Court Administrator to look at juries and make a report. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.1). Requires the State Court Administrator to study juries and submit findings to the interim com- mittees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill requires the State Court Administrator to conduct a comprehensive study on juries in Oregon and produce a detailed report for the legislative judiciary committees by September 15, 2026. The bill mandates that the report be submitted according to ORS 192.245, a specific legal statute governing official reporting procedures, and allows the administrator to include potential legislative recommendations based on the study's findings. The legislation is time-limited, with the study requirement and associated reporting mandate automatically expiring on January 2, 2027. By setting a specific deadline and sunset provision, the bill ensures a focused, time-bound examination of jury-related issues while providing lawmakers with potential insights for future judicial system improvements.
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/SB246 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB246 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84443 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB246/Introduced |
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