Bill > SB846

This bill amends an existing Oregon law regarding community health improvement plans developed by Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), which are healthcare delivery systems. The bill maintains the existing requirements for CCOs to create comprehensive plans addressing children's and youth health, but introduces enhanced monitoring and reporting mechanisms. Specifically, the bill requires the Oregon Health Authority to actively monitor statewide and individual CCO progress in improving equitable healthcare access and quality for children and youth. The key change is in the reporting requirement: instead of simply compiling biennial reports, the authority must now submit a detailed report to the Legislative Assembly by December 31 of each even-numbered year, describing their findings on how CCOs are working with communities to enhance child and youth healthcare. The bill preserves existing provisions about involving various stakeholders in plan development, such as school health providers, Early Learning Hubs, and community health centers, and continues to emphasize strategies focused on primary care, behavioral health, oral health, and prevention. The goal remains improving comprehensive healthcare integration and services for children and adolescents across Oregon.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB846