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OR HB2937
Bill
AI Summary
- Oregon Health Authority must maintain a state public health laboratory capable of analyzing biological and environmental samples and performing newborn bloodspot screening
- Health care providers and facilities must collect and deliver specimens for newborn bloodspot screening and ensure infants receive appropriate care based on screening results
- Insurance carriers and coordinated care organizations are required to cover the costs of newborn bloodspot screening
- Parents or guardians may opt out of screening by signing an exemption form if they oppose it for religious or philosophical reasons
- All information identifying infants, parents, or health care providers in the screening program is confidential and exempt from public disclosure
Legislative Description
Relating to public health testing.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Behavioral Health and Health Care1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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