Bill > HB3053

This bill provides $40,000 from the General Fund to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) to be specifically distributed to the University of Oregon for a pilot program focused on training graduate-level speech-language pathology students. The program aims to teach students a family-centered approach for working with children who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), which refers to communication methods used by individuals who cannot rely on traditional speech. The training will occur in a traditional overnight summer camp setting, allowing students to gain practical experience serving children with communication needs. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is deemed necessary for preserving public health, safety, and peace. By funding this specialized training, the bill seeks to improve support and services for children with complex communication requirements by preparing future speech-language pathologists with targeted, hands-on learning experiences.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3053