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OR SB848

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Establishes an 8-member DUII Task Force to review Oregon's impaired driving screening and treatment system, with members appointed by the Governor and Chief Justice, required to submit recommendations to the legislature by June 30, 2026

  • Task force will evaluate which state agencies should oversee alcohol and drug screening specialists, standards for those specialists, and evidence-based treatment practices for DUII offenders

  • Expands permitted uses of the Intoxicated Driver Program Fund to include paying for screenings and DUII education programs for indigent defendants

  • Allows non-Oregon residents participating in DUII diversion programs to complete treatment in another jurisdiction (previously limited to Oregon residents and active-duty military)

  • Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment of the 2025 legislative session; task force provisions sunset December 31, 2026

Legislative Description

Relating to driving while under the influence of intoxicants; prescribing an effective date.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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