OR HB2217

Coordinated care organizations (CCOs) must ensure at least 40% of consumer representatives on community advisory councils are parents of children under 19 receiving medical assistance, including at least two parents of children from newborn to five years of age, effective January 1, 2026

CCOs must partner with Early Learning Hubs, in addition to local public health authorities and hospitals, when conducting community health assessments and adopting community health improvement plans

Community health improvement plans must evaluate the adequacy of health services for children from birth to kindergarten entry and identify opportunities to partner with community-based organizations, preschools, and child care facilities to increase access to services

The act takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session, with community advisory council membership requirements becoming operative January 1, 2026