HB 3404
Requires the Department of Education to study the adequacy of education in the public schools of this state.
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 Education to conduct a study on the quality and effectiveness of public education within the state. The study’s findings and any recommendations for new laws will be submitted to the Legislative Assembly’s education-related committees by September 15, 2026. This assessment aims to determine whether the current educational system adequately meets the needs of Oregon students. The study’s findings will be used to inform potential improvements to the state’s public schools.
Key provisions
- The Department of Education must conduct a study of public education.
- The study will assess the adequacy of education in Oregon’s public schools.
- The Department of Education must submit a report to the Legislative Assembly’s education committees.
- The report must be submitted by September 15, 2026.
- The report may include recommendations for legislation.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Education
- Oregon Public Schools
- Legislative Assembly (Education Committees)
- Oregon Students
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a formal study of educational adequacy, rather than relying on existing assessments.
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Primary sponsor
House Committee On Rules
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