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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 OPDC to do a study. (Flesch Readability Score: 92.9). Directs the Oregon Public Defense Commission to study best practices to improve the provision of public defense services within this state, and provide the results of the study to the appropriate interim committees of the Legislative Assembly no later than December 31, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) to conduct a comprehensive study on best practices for improving public defense services within the state. Specifically, the bill requires the commission to research and analyze methods to enhance the quality and effectiveness of legal representation for individuals who cannot afford private attorneys. The commission must compile its findings, including potential legislative recommendations, and submit a detailed report to the appropriate interim legislative committees by December 31, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, effectively making this a time-limited task for the commission. Public defense services are critical to ensuring that all individuals, regardless of financial means, have access to legal representation in criminal proceedings, and this study aims to identify ways to strengthen and improve those services in Oregon.
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/HB2624 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2624 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83604 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2624/Introduced |
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