Oregon 2021 Regular Session Status: In Committee

SB 274 — Relating to victims of sex trafficking.

Last action — In committee upon adjournment.

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 2021 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Modifies certain provisions of law relating to crime of prostitution to exclude child victims of sex trafficking. Extends affirmative defense to crime of prostitution to victims of sex trafficking irrespective of results of any criminal prosecution for sex trafficking. Provides affirmative defense to certain misdemeanors for victims of sex trafficking. Directs Department of Human Services to study and make recommendations regarding changes to state law regarding child abuse investigations involving victims of sex trafficking. Requires department to report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly not later than September 15, 2022.

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Action History

  1. In committee upon adjournment.

  2. Public Hearing held.

  3. Referred to Judiciary and Ballot Measure 110 Implementation.

  4. Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 90 not signed on

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Not signed on (90)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 274 do?
Modifies certain provisions of law relating to crime of prostitution to exclude child victims of sex trafficking. Extends affirmative defense to crime of prostitution to victims of sex trafficking irrespective of results of any criminal prosecution for sex trafficking. Provides affirmative defense to certain misdemeanors for victims of sex trafficking. Directs Department of Human Services to study and make recommendations regarding changes to state law regarding child abuse investigations involving victims of sex trafficking. Requires department to report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly not later than September 15, 2022.
What is the current status of SB 274?
This bill died with 2021 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SB 274?
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