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OR HB2831

OR HB2831
Relating to police oversight boards.


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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 tells police agencies to make a board to look at the policies of the agency and make a report to DPSST. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.7). Requires a law enforcement agency to designate a police oversight board to annually review policies of the agency and report to the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.

AI Summary

This bill requires law enforcement agencies to establish a police oversight board consisting of public members with diverse perspectives. The board's primary responsibility is to conduct an annual review of the agency's policies and submit a report to the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). By mandating this oversight mechanism, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in law enforcement agencies. The term "law enforcement agency" is defined in Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 181A.010, and the requirement applies to agencies falling under that legal definition. The annual review and reporting process is designed to provide an external perspective on police policies, potentially identifying areas for improvement or addressing potential concerns about existing procedures.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)

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