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HB 2173

Relating to controlled substance crimes; prescribing an effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeff Helfrich

Oregon HB 2173 modifies controlled substance crime statutes; currently in Judiciary and Ways and Means committees with unspecified policy and fiscal impacts pending.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 2173

Legislative bill overview

HB 2173 is an Oregon bill relating to controlled substance crimes that was introduced by Representative Jeff Helfrich. The bill has progressed through initial readings and was referred to the Judiciary Committee with a subsequent referral to Ways and Means, but currently remains in committee without publicly available details on its specific provisions or proposed changes to drug crime statutes.

Why is this important

Controlled substance crime legislation directly affects criminal sentencing, incarceration rates, law enforcement priorities, and public health policy. Changes to drug crime laws can have significant implications for criminal justice costs, community safety approaches, and individuals with substance use disorders.

Potential points of contention

  • Sentencing severity changes - Whether the bill increases or decreases penalties for drug offenses, which divides perspectives on criminal justice reform versus public safety
  • Dual committee referral - The subsequent referral to Ways and Means suggests fiscal impact concerns that may indicate significant budget implications requiring legislative debate
  • Lack of public information - Without access to the bill's specific text, stakeholders cannot yet engage meaningfully, though the committee status suggests ongoing deliberation on substantive policy questions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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