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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 tells DPSST to study OSP and make a report. (Flesch Readability Score: 87.9). Requires the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training to study the Oregon State Police. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative As- sembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), a state agency responsible for professional standards and training for public safety personnel, to conduct a comprehensive study of the Oregon State Police (OSP). The study must result in a report submitted to the judiciary-related interim legislative committees by September 15, 2026, and may include recommendations for potential legislative changes. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, meaning the study and reporting mandate will automatically expire on that date. The purpose of the study is not explicitly detailed in the bill text, but it suggests a legislative interest in examining the current operations, performance, or structure of the Oregon State Police. This type of legislative study is common when lawmakers want to gather more information about a specific government agency or public safety function before considering potential reforms or policy changes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
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/SB251 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB251 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84448 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB251/Introduced |
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