SB 413

Abstract

Establishes Public Defense Services Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program in Oregon State Bar to provide forgivable loans to eligible public defense attorneys for outstanding student loans. Directs Oregon State Bar to report annually to committee or interim committee of Legislative Assembly on program. Creates subtraction from federal taxable income for loan repayment assistance received under program. Appropriates moneys to Judicial Department for transfer to Oregon State Bar for purpose of program. Transfers Public Defense Services Commission from judicial to executive branch. Modifies appointment and removal process for commission members. Modifies duties of public defense services executive director to include development of training programs and establishment of trial division. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.