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OR SB981
OR SB981Relating to the maximum age for students in public education; declaring an emergency.
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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
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: Increases the age that a student may go to school for public education. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 63.4). Increases the maximum age under which a student may receive a public education. Declares an emergency, effective July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill increases the maximum age for students to receive public education in Oregon from 21 to 22 years old. Specifically, the bill modifies several existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) to replace references to "21" with "22" across multiple sections related to education. These changes affect various educational contexts, including special education, foster care student placement, hospital-based education programs, and migrant child education. The bill ensures that students receiving special education, those with modified or extended diplomas, and students in unique educational circumstances can continue to receive public education until they reach 22 years of age. The modifications aim to provide additional educational opportunities for students who may need extra time to complete their studies or receive specialized educational support. The bill includes an emergency clause, indicating its immediate importance, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, which suggests the legislature views these educational access expansions as critically necessary for students' ongoing development and academic success.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Education (Senate)
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
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