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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 BOLI to conduct a wage theft study. (Flesch Readability Score: 78.2). Requires the Bureau of Labor and Industries to study issues related to wage theft. Directs the bureau to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to labor and business not later than September 15, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) to conduct a comprehensive study on wage theft, which is the illegal practice of employers not paying workers their legally entitled wages. The bill requires BOLI to investigate and analyze issues surrounding wage theft and submit a detailed report to the interim legislative committees focused on labor and business by September 15, 2026. The report may include recommendations for potential legislative actions to address wage theft. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, effectively making this a time-limited directive. By mandating this study, the legislation aims to better understand the scope and impact of wage theft in Oregon and potentially develop strategies to protect workers' rights and ensure fair compensation.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
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/SB227 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB227 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84424 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB227/Introduced |
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