Bill > HB2879

This bill establishes a Task Force on Seismic Event Preparation to study the potential impacts of a major seismic event on children and develop strategies for helping schools and communities respond effectively. The task force will consist of nine members, including representatives from the Senate, House of Representatives, and various state departments such as Emergency Management, Education, Early Learning and Care, and Human Services. Members will also include a school district emergency manager, a mental health provider, and the Governor's public safety policy advisor. The task force is required to consult with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) during their study and will develop methods for preparing schools and communities to meet children's needs in the aftermath of a significant seismic event. They must submit a report with potential recommendations to a legislative education committee by September 15, 2026. Legislative members will serve in an advisory, non-voting capacity, and other members will serve as volunteers. The task force will be automatically dissolved on January 2, 2027, and the bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage to address urgent public safety concerns related to potential seismic events.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2879