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This bill directs the Department of State Police to conduct a comprehensive study on forensic science procedures. Specifically, the department is required to examine potential changes in forensic science methodologies and submit a detailed report to the interim legislative committees responsible for judicial matters by September 15, 2026. The report may include legislative recommendations and will be prepared according to ORS 192.245, a statutory provision governing the format and submission of official reports. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the study mandate will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, which ensures that the directive is time-limited and does not become a permanent ongoing requirement. This approach allows the legislature to receive updated insights into forensic science practices while maintaining flexibility for future legislative action based on the study's findings.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB169