Healthcare

Directs schools to have a cardiac emergency response plan as part of the procedures for responding to medical emergencies. Prescribes the requirements of a cardiac emergency response plan, including requirements related to automated external defibrillators. Takes effect July 1, [ 2026 ] 2027 .

Requires the Oregon Health Authority to adopt rules and procedures to allow a hospital to apply for a license as a rural emergency hospital. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

] Requires the Oregon Health Authority to develop a transparent and data-driven process for developing capitation rates for coordinated care organizations. [ Requires the Oregon Health Policy Board to establish a process for public review of and comment on the authority's rate development process. Requires the authority to commission an independent review of the current rate development process and report back to the Legislative Assembly. ] Requires the authority to prepare a medical assistance cost impact statement before adopting rules other than procedural rules. [ Prohibits the authority from adopting a new rule, program or contractual requirement that will cost $1 million or more during a biennium. Sunsets on January 2, 2028. ] [ Imposes a three-year moratorium on the requirement for a coordinated care organization to spend a portion of the organization's annual net income or reserves on addressing health disparities and the social determinants of health. ] Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Modifies the requirements for Medicaid supplemental reimbursements paid to emergency medical services providers. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

SB 1527 requires Oregon’s Public Employees’ Benefit Board and Oregon Educators Benefit Board to cover cervical cancer screenings and necessary follow-up tests (like colposcopy or biopsies) without cost-sharing for their members. The bill amends Oregon health insurance laws to mandate this coverage under specific benefit plans. It applies to health benefit plans issued, renewed, or extended on or after the bill’s effective date. The law ensures these screenings and follow-up care are fully covered at no cost to enrollees. This directly affects public employees and educators enrolled in these state benefit programs.

Modifies the definition of "transition aged youth residential treatment home" to include young adults between the ages of 17 and 25. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

HCR 202 is a concurrent resolution declaring Oregon's 2033 policy goal for its healthcare system to be more affordable and accessible for all residents. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but sets six specific targets, including ensuring timely primary care access, improving population health outcomes, stabilizing hospital finances, and reducing healthcare costs below national averages. The resolution directly affects Oregonians (especially those delaying care due to cost), healthcare providers, hospitals, insurers, and employers facing rising premiums. It acknowledges systemic issues like Medicaid funding losses and high hospital deficits but focuses on long-term vision rather than immediate policy changes.

Authorizes the Director of the Employment Department to adopt rules establishing an accounting system for handling moneys in the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Fund. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.