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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 OYA to study how to improve how the authority serves youth in this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 70.1). Requires the Oregon Youth Authority to conduct a study regarding options for improving how the authority provides services to youth in this state. Directs the authority to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to human services not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA), a state agency responsible for juvenile justice services, to conduct a comprehensive study exploring ways to enhance its service delivery to youth in Oregon. The bill requires OYA to investigate and develop potential improvements to its current programs and services, with the goal of better supporting young people in the state. The authority must prepare a detailed report, which may include legislative recommendations, and submit it to the legislative committees focused on human services by September 15, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the study requirement will automatically be repealed on January 2, 2027, ensuring that this is a time-limited initiative. The study represents an opportunity for OYA to critically examine its current practices and identify innovative approaches to more effectively serve and support Oregon's youth.
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/SB254 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB254 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84451 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB254/Introduced |
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