Measure 11 reform bill to bring about the release of Kip Kinkel? Legislative lawyers say no

A bill that would amend Measure 11, Oregon’s mandatory sentencing law, and how it relates to juveniles flew relatively under the radar for a month and a half. Then it passed the Senate on April 16 with a two-thirds majority.

Suddenly, it became the fodder for right-wing talk radio.

The talking point? If Senate Bill 1008 passes, infamous school shooter Kip Kinkel will be released from prison.

It’s made the bill far more controversial.…