OR SB789 | 2019 | Regular Session

Status

Completed Legislative Action
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Failed on June 30 2019 - 100% progression
Action: 2019-06-30 - In committee upon adjournment.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Provides funding to peer-run organizations in Portland metropolitan area, southern Oregon region and eastern and central Oregon region to operate peer respite centers to provide peer respite services to individuals with mental illness who experience acute distress, anxiety or emotional pain. Requires Oregon Health Authority to adopt criteria for peer respite centers that receive funding and to monitor compliance. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

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Title

Relating to residential peer support for individuals with mental illness who are in crisis; declaring an emergency.

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History

DateChamberAction
2019-06-30SenateIn committee upon adjournment.
2019-02-14SenateReferred to Health Care, then Ways and Means.
2019-02-12SenateIntroduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

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