The Department of Justice shall develop a model training program for groups and agencies that interact with persons who have experienced trauma. The model training program must, at a minimum:

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(1) Be research-based and take into account the psychological and neurological effects of trauma;

(2) Utilize best practices when recommending techniques for interacting with persons who have experienced trauma;

(3) Have the objective of minimizing further trauma; and

(4) Take into account the impact of structural racism and other forms of historical trauma. [2021 c.532 § 1; 2021 c.532 § 4]

180.500 was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS Chapter 180 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.