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This bill extends medical assistance eligibility to individuals who were in foster care and meet specific criteria. Specifically, the bill provides medical assistance to people between 18 and 25 years old who currently reside in Oregon, were in foster care in any state's custody on their 18th birthday, and were enrolled in medical assistance while in foster care. The Oregon Health Authority is required to seek federal approval to obtain federal financial support for providing medical assistance to these former foster youth who were in care in another state. This legislation appears to be part of a broader effort to support young adults who have aged out of the foster care system by ensuring they maintain access to healthcare during a potentially vulnerable transition period.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB945