Bill > HB2341

This bill amends three existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) to improve communication between various state departments and the Department of Veterans' Affairs regarding veterans' information. Specifically, the bill updates provisions for notifying the Director of Veterans' Affairs when veterans apply for certain services, expanding the notification requirements to include electronic mail addresses in addition to names and mailing addresses. The bill applies to three different departments: the Department of Human Services, the Department of Transportation, and the Oregon Health Authority. In each case, the notification is subject to the veteran's written authorization and is limited to providing basic contact information. The term "uniformed service" is defined broadly to include not just military branches, but also the National Guard during certain duty statuses, the Public Health Service commissioned corps, and other categories designated by the President during national emergencies. The changes aim to enhance the state's ability to provide targeted support and services to veterans by facilitating better inter-departmental communication while maintaining individual privacy protections.

Military Affairs and Security

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2341