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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 the OJD to study options to make probate proceedings simpler in this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 67.5). Requires the Judicial Department to study options for simplifying probate proceedings in this state. 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 Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) to conduct a comprehensive study on potential methods for simplifying probate proceedings in the state. Probate is a legal process of administering a deceased person's estate, which can often be complex and time-consuming. The bill requires the department to develop and submit a report to the interim legislative committees responsible for judiciary matters by September 15, 2026. The report may include recommendations for legislative changes to streamline the probate process. Importantly, this bill has a built-in sunset provision, meaning the study mandate will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, ensuring that the initiative is time-limited and focused. The goal appears to be identifying ways to make the probate process more efficient and user-friendly for Oregon residents dealing with estate matters.
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/SB265 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB265 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84462 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB265/Introduced |
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