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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act tells OHA to conduct a study about EMS funding. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.6). Requires the Oregon Health Authority to study the feasibility of funding emergency medical services through a universal health care model. Directs the authority to submit findings to the in- terim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to emergency management no later than Sep- tember 15, 2027. Sunsets on January 2, 2028.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to conduct a study on how to fund emergency medical services (EMS) by exploring a universal health care model, which would involve a combination of public and private resources, state funding and oversight, allocation of funds to counties with county-level oversight, and delegated local control. The OHA must then submit its findings and any legislative recommendations to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly that deal with emergency management by September 15, 2027, and this requirement will expire on January 2, 2028.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Senate Health Care Public Hearing and Possible Work Session (15:00:00 2/16/2026 HR D) (on 02/16/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/SB1531 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB1531 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/94124 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB1531/Introduced |
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