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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 on public defense. (Flesch Readability Score: 87.9). 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), a state agency responsible for overseeing public defense services, to conduct a comprehensive study on best practices for improving public defense services within Oregon. The commission is required to prepare a detailed report, including any recommended legislative changes, and submit this report to the appropriate interim legislative committees by December 31, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the study mandate will automatically be repealed on January 2, 2027, effectively making this a time-limited directive. The goal appears to be gathering information and insights that could potentially enhance the quality, efficiency, or effectiveness of public defense services in the state, which are crucial for ensuring that individuals who cannot afford private legal representation receive adequate legal support in the criminal justice system.
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/SB258 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB258 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84455 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB258/Introduced |
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