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OR SB22

OR SB22
Relating to affordability in health care.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells DCBS to study affordable health care and report back. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.3). Requires the Department of Consumer and Business Services to study affordability in health care. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative As- sembly related to health care not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) to conduct a comprehensive study on health care affordability in Oregon. The department is required to prepare and submit a report to the legislative assembly's interim health care committees by September 15, 2026. The report may include recommendations for potential legislative actions to address health care costs. The study and reporting requirement will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, which means the DCBS will have a specific timeframe to complete its research and present its findings. By mandating this study, the bill aims to provide lawmakers with detailed insights into the challenges of health care affordability, potentially setting the groundwork for future policy interventions to make health care more accessible and cost-effective for Oregonians.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)

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