Bill > HB3321

This bill directs the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission (ADPC) to develop and implement comprehensive plans for preventing substance use among youth. The bill defines four key prevention strategies: universal prevention (targeting the general population), selective prevention (focusing on high-risk groups), indicated prevention (addressing early signs of potential substance use), and a statewide primary prevention strategy. The ADPC is required to conduct a thorough inventory and assessment of existing prevention programs, including evaluating their effectiveness, funding sources, and workforce capabilities. Additionally, the commission must assess gaps in youth substance use disorder treatment services and perform a financial accounting of current prevention expenses. The bill mandates that the ADPC, in collaboration with Oregon Health and Science University, provide education and technical assistance to youth substance use treatment providers. To support these efforts, the bill appropriates $921,232 from the General Fund for the 2025-2027 biennium. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to legislative health committees by September 15, 2026, with the section of the bill regarding these provisions set to be repealed on January 2, 2027.