HB 3396
Requires the Department of Justice to study public records.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
At the request of
(at the request of Representative Ben Bowman)
Committee
Rules
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Justice to conduct a study of public records. The department is required to submit its findings and any recommendations for new legislation to the Legislative Assembly’s interim committees by September 15, 2026. The study’s results will expire on January 2, 2027. This legislation aims to improve transparency and accountability regarding public records within the state.
Key provisions
- The Department of Justice must conduct a study of public records.
- The department must submit a report with recommendations to the Legislative Assembly’s interim committees.
- The report deadline is September 15, 2026.
- The study’s findings expire on January 2, 2027.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Justice
- Oregon Legislative Assembly
- Interim Committees of the Legislative Assembly
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Primary sponsor
House Committee On Rules
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