HB 5041
Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the Oregon Youth Authority for certain biennial expenses.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
At the request of
(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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Support
100%
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0%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
House Bill 5041 allocates funds from the Oregon General Fund to the Oregon Youth Authority for various programs and expenses during the 2025-2027 biennium. The bill also sets limits on how the Authority can spend money from fees, miscellaneous receipts, and other sources, excluding lottery and federal funds. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect immediately.
Key provisions
- Appropriates $226,974,230 to facility programs.
- Appropriates $105,750,679 to community programs.
- Appropriates $76,956,581 for program support.
- Appropriates $23,411,800 for juvenile crime prevention/diversion.
- Appropriates $4,003,392 for Multnomah County gang prevention services.
- Appropriates $30,101,766 for debt service.
- Appropriates $1,625,229 for capital improvements.
- Establishes maximum limits on fees and miscellaneous receipts for specific programs.
Who is affected
- Oregon Youth Authority
- Oregon Residents
- Criminal Justice System
- Juvenile Justice System
- State Budget Office
Notable changes
- Establishes specific funding amounts for various Oregon Youth Authority programs.
- Limits spending from fees and miscellaneous receipts.
- Limits spending from federal funds.
- Declares an emergency, allowing immediate implementation.
Fiscal impact
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of HB 5041 and SB 5041 express strong backing for the proposed legislation due to its critical role in addressing juvenile delinquency through comprehensive services and funding. The Oregon Youth Authority's budget is seen as vital in supporting youth and families, particularly in addressing trauma disorders among male youth, with a focus on therapeutic treatment services. Funding for Basic Services and Diversion funds is emphasized as essential in sustaining local-level Juvenile Crime Prevention programs and reducing juvenile delinquency, while also supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to prepare students for high-demand careers. The importance of maintaining resources and funding for county juvenile departments, the Oregon Youth Authority, and Housing and Reentry Coordinators is highlighted as critical in ensuring public safety and promoting successful reintegration of youth into society.
Source: Testimony Summaries
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