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OR SB227

OR SB227
Relating to wage theft.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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