Oregon · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1515: Relating to wrongful convictions; and declaring an emergency.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1515 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to wrongful convictions; and declaring an emergency. Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): Effective date, April 7, 2026.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Modifies provisions relating to petitions for compensation for wrongful conviction. Creates a new post-conviction relief petition process when a person has a conviction that is based on scientific expert testimony, scientific expert evidence or scientific expert opinion derived from specified discredited forensic science disciplines. Sunsets the new petition process on January 2, 2031. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No sponsor recorded in source data. | ||||
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Effective date, April 7, 2026.
- Chapter 131, 2026 Laws.
- Governor signed.
- Speaker signed.
- President signed.
- Manning Jr, excused, granted unanimous consent to vote aye.
- Senate concurred in House amendments and repassed bill.
- Third reading. Carried by Chotzen. Passed.
- Second reading.
- Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be printed B-Engrossed.
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing held.
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