Public Defense Commission outlines proposed KPMs, seeks stakeholder input before 2027 session

Feb 5, 2026

The Oregon Public Defense Commission presented proposed revisions to its key performance measures including targets for provider payment timing, trial-division retention, preauthorized expense processing and contractor compliance; the subcommittee asked PDC to refine metrics and moved the report to the full committee with LFO guidance.

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Ken Sanchgren, interim executive director of the Oregon Public Defense Commission, briefed the Joint Committee on Ways and Means Public Safety Subcommittee on Feb. 5 about proposed restructuring of the agency's key performance measures (KPMs). The report responds to direction in House Bill 5031 and aims to present a revised set of KPMs for the 2027-29 biennium.

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