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OR SB1579

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kim Thatcher

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Origin

Senate

2026 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Increases penalties for making a false report of child abuse intended to influence custody, parenting time, visitation, or child support decisions

  • First offense elevated from Class A violation to Class B misdemeanor: maximum 6 months imprisonment, $2,500 fine, or both

  • Second offense classified as Class A misdemeanor: maximum 364 days imprisonment, $6,250 fine, or both

  • Third or subsequent offense classified as Class C felony: maximum 5 years imprisonment, $125,000 fine, or both

  • Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment of the 2026 regular legislative session

Legislative Description

Relating to false reports of child abuse; prescribing an effective date.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/24/2026
Judiciary2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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