Oregon · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1572: Relating to education; prescribing an effective date.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1572 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to education; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Christine Drazan (Republican), Boomer Wright (Republican), Matt Bunch (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 7, 2026): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes a teacher to immediately remove from the classroom setting a student who repeatedly interferes with the teacher's ability to communicate effectively with the students in the class or with the ability of the students to learn. Prescribes requirements for the return of a student to the classroom setting. Requires a school district to convene a placement review committee when a student is removed from a classroom setting. Requires a student to demonstrate proficiency in specified Essential Learning Skills prior to the student being awarded a high school diploma or a modified diploma. Directs the State Board of Education to adopt academic content standards for language arts based on the science of reading and writing. Prohibits school districts from advancing students who are not able to demonstrate third-grade reading proficiency. Provides exceptions. Takes effect July 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Drazan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 26 |
| Boomer Wright | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| Matt Bunch | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 51 |
| Court Boice | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1 |
| Ed Diehl | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 17 |
| Darin Harbick | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
| Bobby Levy | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 58 |
| Anna Scharf | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 23 |
| David Smith | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
| Suzanne Weber | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Education.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.