Bill > HB2573

This bill amends existing legislation related to the Senior Emergency Medical Services Innovation Program, which aims to address emergency medical services for aging residents in long-term care and residential care facilities. The bill makes several key changes, including expanding the responsibilities of the Senior Emergency Medical Services Council by requiring them to advise the Department of Human Services on project criteria, focusing on effectiveness, equity impact, and measurable outcomes. The council will now help evaluate pilot project proposals and designate members to participate in proposal deliberations. The bill also introduces new provisions requiring the department to allocate up to one-third of Quality Care Fund moneys to approved pilot projects within 90 days, conduct ongoing program evaluations, and perform site visits to improve education and support. Additionally, the bill extends the operative and repeal dates for certain sections of the original legislation from 2027 to 2030, and allows the Oregon Health Authority Director to appoint council members to a related advisory committee. The overall goal is to improve emergency medical services for seniors in care facilities by supporting innovative, community-based approaches that reduce costs while maintaining high-quality care.

Budget and Finance, Education, Health and Social Services

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2573