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OR HB2989
Bill
Status
Failed
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Travis Nelson
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AI Summary
- Oregon Health Authority must pay from the Law Enforcement Medical Liability Account any copayments or cost-sharing amounts owed by individuals injured during law enforcement activity
- Uninsured individuals or medical assistance recipients receive full coverage of medical service costs for law enforcement-related injuries
- OHA has final authority to determine whether injuries qualify as "injuries related to law enforcement activity," overriding law enforcement agency determinations
- Coverage applies to injuries sustained during efforts by officers to restrain, detain, or take custody of an individual, regardless of whether citation or arrest occurs
- OHA must conduct outreach about funding availability and the reimbursement claim process; amendments apply to injuries sustained on or after the effective date
Legislative Description
Relating to the Law Enforcement Medical Liability Account.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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