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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 gives money to the State Police for rape kit testing. (Flesch Readability Score: 88.9). Appropriates moneys to the Department of State Police for the purpose of reducing the backlog of untested sexual assault forensic evidence kits.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $20 million from the General Fund to the Department of State Police specifically for reducing the backlog of untested sexual assault forensic evidence kits (commonly known as "rape kits") during the 2025-2027 biennium. By specifying that this appropriation is "in addition to and not in lieu of any other appropriation," the bill ensures this funding is supplemental and does not replace existing funding sources. Sexual assault forensic evidence kits are critical scientific collections of physical evidence gathered during medical examinations following a sexual assault, and backlogs in testing these kits can significantly delay criminal investigations and justice for survivors. The bill aims to provide substantial financial resources to help the State Police process these kits more quickly and efficiently.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
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/SB642 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB642 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84836 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB642/Introduced |
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