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This bill establishes new regulations for developmental disabilities services providers, defining key terms such as "agency," "ownership interest," "provider," and "responsible person" in the context of organizations serving individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The bill gives the Department of Human Services expanded authority to revoke, suspend, or impose conditions on a provider's license or certification under specific circumstances, including: denying department access to facilities or individuals (12-month minimum revocation), altering or concealing records (12-month minimum revocation), and persistent actions that lead to or could reasonably be expected to lead to death or serious harm to an individual (36-month minimum revocation). Additionally, the department can take action if a provider's operations are found to put the health, safety, rights, or welfare of served individuals at risk. The bill also includes a General Fund appropriation increase of $480,234 for intellectual/developmental disabilities programs and adjusts federal fund expenditure limitations by the same amount, signaling a commitment to enhancing oversight and support for these critical services.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB136