SB 970 Oregon Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relating to the provision of instruction in a manner that is not in person.

SB 970 makes enrollment in remote or online learning programs voluntary for Oregon students, meaning school districts cannot require students to participate. It directly affects students, families, and school districts by ensuring choice in instructional formats. The bill includes three exceptions: temporary remote learning during behavioral assessments or suspensions, or for majority enrollment due to public emergencies like health crises or disasters. These exceptions allow schools to use remote learning under specific, limited circumstances without violating the voluntary enrollment rule.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Jun 28, 2025
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Jun 28, 2025
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
upper
Feb 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to Education.
upper
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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