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OR SB628

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Bonham

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Physicians and physician associates must attempt to obtain informed consent from patients before dismissing them to seek emergency medical treatment or transferring their care to another provider
  • The informed consent requirement includes explaining the procedure/treatment, alternative options, and any associated risks
  • Providers must document whether informed consent was obtained for emergency dismissals or transfers of care
  • The consent requirement does not apply when the patient or their legal representative is unable to respond to the consent request
  • Amends existing Oregon statute ORS 677.097 on informed consent requirements

Legislative Description

Relating to informed consent.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Health Care1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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