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Nominees field questions on safety, recidivism and higher‑education oversight during rules committee hearing
Summary
Nominees for the Oregon Youth Authority and parole board answered senators’ questions about recidivism, evidence‑based programming and reentry supports; several senators also pressed nominees and discussed the broader nominations process.
Nominees appearing before the Senate Special Committee on Rules and Executive Appointments on Sept. 29 answered brief questions about priorities, public safety and governance.
Michael (Mike) Thiessen, the governor’s nominee for director of the Oregon Youth Authority, said his leadership priorities are culture, connection and data‑driven processes. Asked about outcomes from his time in Colorado, Thiessen acknowledged shortcomings in adult parole recidivism there while noting he did not oversee parole supervision directly. He emphasized…
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