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OR HB2998
Relating to behavioral health screening for racial trauma; prescribing an effective date.
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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act tells OHA to adopt rules to require certain mental health providers to screen for racial trauma. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.6). Directs the Oregon Health Authority to adopt rules to require behavioral health providers that are certified or licensed by the authority to screen for racial trauma during an initial assessment. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to adopt rules mandating that behavioral health providers certified or licensed by the authority implement a new screening process during initial patient assessments. Specifically, providers must screen patients for racial trauma, which is a form of psychological harm caused by experiences of racism, discrimination, or race-based stress. If a patient is found to have experienced racial trauma, the provider must then connect that individual with culturally specific behavioral health services tailored to address their unique traumatic experiences. The bill is set to become operative on January 1, 2026, giving the OHA time to develop and implement the necessary rules and procedures. The legislation will take effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2025 regular session of the Oregon Legislative Assembly, reflecting a thoughtful approach to introducing new mental health screening requirements that recognize the impact of racial experiences on psychological well-being.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to Behavioral Health and Health Care with subsequent referral to Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2998 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2998 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83970 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2998/Introduced |
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