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OJD-backed task force proposed to study barriers to jury service
Summary
Senate Bill 1175A would create a 15‑member task force convened by the Oregon Judicial Department to examine barriers to jury participation, including compensation, accessibility and outreach; OJD said it plans to staff the task force with in‑house staff and sought legislative partnership on statutory and budgetary recommendations.
The House Committee on Judiciary heard testimony April 23 on Senate Bill 1175A, which would establish a 15‑member task force directed to examine and recommend ways to remove barriers to jury service in Oregon and to submit a report by Dec. 15, 2026.
Aaron Nott, director of government relations for the Oregon Judicial Department, told the committee jury service remains foundational for the justice system but has declined since the…
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