Legislative Action Alert | And How You Can Track What is Happening in Salem

Three bills are wending their way through the statehouse right now, all of which are worthy of attention:

• SB 683: This senate bill will help students understand the unique contributions of African Americans in this state and country.
• HB 2168: African Americans have been celebrating Juneteenth for well over a century. Declaring it a legal state holiday is a step in the right direction. 
• SJM 4: Reparations for African Americans are 155 years past due.
• HB 2002: Converts mandatory minimum sentences for specified felonies other than murder to presumptive sentences.
  • Public Hearing: 2/16/21 at 1PM

To view and track current legislation in the Oregon House and Senate, learn to navigate OLIS (Oregon Legislative Information System) in 60 seconds with Rep. Dacia Grayber by Clicking Here.