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OR HB2504

OR HB2504
Relating to controlled substance offenses.


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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 directs the CJC to study rates of drug crime recidivism. (Flesch Readability Score: 74.8). Requires the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to study the rates of recidivism for persons convicted of drug enforcement misdemeanors. Directs the commission to submit findings to the in- terim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) to conduct a comprehensive study on the recidivism rates of individuals convicted of drug enforcement misdemeanors. Specifically, the bill requires the CJC to analyze how often people who have been convicted of minor drug-related offenses commit subsequent crimes after their initial conviction. The commission is mandated to prepare and submit a detailed report to the Legislative Assembly's interim judiciary committees by September 15, 2026. The report may include policy recommendations and will be prepared in accordance with Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 192.245, which governs the format and submission of such reports. The study and reporting requirement will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, meaning the CJC will only be required to complete this specific research project during the specified timeframe. This bill appears aimed at providing legislators with data-driven insights into the effectiveness of current drug enforcement policies and potential rehabilitation strategies for individuals convicted of drug-related misdemeanors.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Last Action

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

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