ORS § 419a.262 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419a / Section 419a.262
419A.262 Application for expunction of records relating to certain misdemeanors, prostitution and certain sex crimes
Status: in_force

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(1) An expunction proceeding under this section shall be commenced in the county where the subject person resided at the time of the most recent termination.

(2) Except as provided in ORS 419A.261 (Application for expunction of records relating to contact, violations and certain misdemeanors) , upon application of either a person who is the subject of a record or a juvenile department, or upon its own motion, the juvenile court shall order expunction if, after a hearing when the matter is contested, it finds that:

(a) At least four years have elapsed since the date of the person’s most recent termination and the person has attained 18 years of age;

(b) Since the date of the most recent termination, the person has not been convicted of a felony or a Class A misdemeanor;

(c) No proceedings seeking a criminal conviction or an adjudication in a juvenile court are pending against the person;

(d) The person is not within the jurisdiction of any juvenile court on the basis of a petition alleging an act or behavior as defined in ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) (1)(a) to (c) and (f) or 419C.005 (Jurisdiction) ;

(e) The juvenile department is not aware of any pending investigation of the conduct of the person by any law enforcement agency; and

(f) The person does not owe restitution.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, upon application of a person who is the subject of a record kept by a juvenile court or juvenile department, upon application of the juvenile department, or upon its own motion, the juvenile court, after a hearing when the matter is contested under subsection (13) of this section, shall order expunction if it finds that:

(A) The application requests expunction of only that part of the person’s record that involves a charge, allegation or adjudication based on conduct that if done by an adult would constitute the crime of prostitution under ORS 167.007 (Prostitution) ; and

(B) The person was under 18 years of age at the time of the conduct.

(b) Except as provided in subsections (13) and (14) of this section, there is no waiting period required before the juvenile court orders expunction under this subsection.

(4) In the case of an application by the juvenile department or of the court acting upon its own motion, expunction may not be ordered under subsection (2) or (3) of this section if actual notice of expunction has not been given to the person in accordance with subsection (12) of this section unless the person has reached 21 years of age.

(5) When a person who is the subject of a record kept by a juvenile court or juvenile department reaches 18 years of age, the juvenile court, after a hearing when the matter is contested, shall order expunction if:

(a) The person never has been found to be within the jurisdiction of the court; or

(b) The conditions of subsection (2) or (3) of this section have been met.

(6) Expunction may not be ordered under this section if actual notice of expunction has not been given to the person in accordance with subsection (12) of this section unless the person has reached 21 years of age.

(7) Subsections (5) and (6) of this section apply only to cases resulting in termination after September 13, 1975.

(8) Notwithstanding subsections (2), (3) and (5) to (7) of this section, upon application of a person who is the subject of a record kept by a juvenile court or juvenile department, upon application of the juvenile department, or upon its own motion, the juvenile court, after a hearing when the matter is contested, may order expunction of all or any part of the person’s record if it finds that to do so would be in the best interests of the person and the public. In the case of an application by the juvenile department or of the court acting upon its own motion, expunction may not be ordered if actual notice of expunction has not been given to the person in accordance with subsection (12) of this section unless the person has reached 21 years of age.

(9) Notwithstanding ORS 419A.260 (Expunction) (1)(d)(J), a person who has been found to be within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court based on an act that if committed by an adult would constitute:

(a) Rape in the third degree under ORS 163.355 (Rape in the third degree) , sodomy in the third degree under ORS 163.385 (Sodomy in the third degree) or sexual abuse in the third degree under ORS 163.415 (Sexual abuse in the third degree) , or an attempt to commit those crimes, may apply for an order of expunction under this section. The court shall order expunction of the records in the case if, after a hearing when the matter is contested, the court finds that the person:

(A) Meets the requirements of subsection (2) of this section;

(B) Is not required to report as a sex offender; and

(C) Has not been convicted of, found guilty except for insanity of or found to be within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court based on a crime listed in ORS 419A.260 (Expunction) (1)(d)(J), other than the adjudication that is the subject of the motion.

(b) A sex crime that is a Class C felony may apply for an order of expunction under this section. The court shall order expunction of the records in the case if, after a hearing when the matter is contested, the court finds that:

(A) The person meets the requirements of subsection (2) of this section;

(B) The person was under 16 years of age at the time of the offense;

(C) The person is:

(i) Less than two years and 180 days older than the victim; or

(ii) At least two years and 180 days older, but less than three years and 180 days older, than the victim and the expunction is in the interests of justice and of benefit to the person and the community;

(D) The victim’s lack of consent was due solely to incapacity to consent by reason of being less than a specified age;

(E) The victim was at least 12 years of age at the time of the offense;

(F) Each finding described in this paragraph involved the same victim; and

(G) The person has not been convicted of, found guilty except for insanity of or found to be within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court based on a crime listed in ORS 419A.260 (Expunction) (1)(d)(J) or an offense the court is prohibited from setting aside under ORS 137.225 (Order setting aside conviction or record of criminal charge) , other than the adjudication that is the subject of the motion.

(10) When an expunction proceeding under this section is commenced by application of the person whose records are to be expunged, the person shall set forth as part of the application the names of the juvenile courts, juvenile departments, institutions and law enforcement and other agencies that the person has reason to believe possess an expungible record of the person. The juvenile department shall provide the names and addresses of the juvenile courts, juvenile departments, institutions and law enforcement and other agencies that a reasonable search of department files indicates have expungible records.

(11) When an expunction proceeding is commenced by application of the juvenile department or upon the court’s own motion, the application or motion shall set forth the names and addresses of the juvenile courts, juvenile departments, institutions and law enforcement and other agencies that a reasonable search of department files indicates have expungible records and those provided by the subject person.

(12) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Notice and a copy of an application for expunction under this section shall be given to:

(A) The district attorney of the county in which the expunction proceeding is commenced and the district attorney of each county in which the record sought to be expunged is kept; and

(B) The person who is the subject of the record if the person has not initiated the expunction proceeding.

(b) A district attorney who receives notice under this subsection shall notify the victim of the acts that resulted in the disposition that is the subject of the application for expunction and shall mail a copy of the application for expunction to the victim’s last known address.

(13) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Within 30 days of receiving the notice of application for expunction under subsection (12) of this section, a district attorney shall give written notice of any objection and the grounds therefor to the person whose records are to be expunged and to the juvenile court.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (14)(c) of this section, if no objection is filed the court may decide the issue of expunction either without a hearing or after full hearing under subsections (14) to (17) of this section.

(14) When an expunction is pending under this section, the court may proceed with or without a hearing, except that:

(a) The court may not enter an expunction judgment without a hearing if a timely objection to expunction has been filed under subsection (13) of this section;

(b) The court may not deny an expunction without a hearing if the proceeding is based on an application of the subject; and

(c) The court shall proceed without a hearing if:

(A) No objection is filed under subsection (13) of this section;

(B) The application requests expunction of only that part of the person’s record that involves a charge, allegation or adjudication based on conduct that if done by an adult would constitute the crime of prostitution under ORS 167.007 (Prostitution) ; and

(C) The person was under 18 years of age at the time of the conduct.

(15) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Notice of a hearing on a pending expunction shall be served on the subject and any district attorney filing a timely objection under subsection (13) of this section.

(b) When a district attorney receives notice of a hearing for expunction of a record concerning a youth or adjudicated youth proceeding under ORS chapter 419C, if the victim of the acts that resulted in the disposition that is the subject of the application for expunction requests, the district attorney shall mail notice of the hearing to the victim’s last-known address.

(16) The court shall conduct a hearing on an expunction pending under this section in accord with the provisions of ORS 419B.205 (Appointment of counsel for parent or legal guardian) , 419B.208 (Other law applicable to appointment of counsel) , 419B.310 (Conduct of hearings) , 419B.812 (Issuance of summons) to 419B.839 (Required and discretionary summons) and 419B.908 (Witness fees) . Rules of evidence shall be as in a hearing to establish juvenile court jurisdiction and as defined in ORS 419B.310 (Conduct of hearings) (3) and 419C.400 (Conduct of hearings) (2). The burden of proof shall be with the party contesting expunction.

(17) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) At the conclusion of a hearing on an expunction pending under this section, the court shall issue judgment granting or denying expunction.

(b) The court’s denial of an application for expunction under subsections (2) to (9) of this section does not preclude the subject person from filing an application for expunction under any other applicable subsection of this section.

(18) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The juvenile court or juvenile department shall send a copy of an expunction judgment to each agency subject to the judgment. Attached to the expunction judgment must be information, to remain confidential, regarding the record to be expunged and the date of the record.

(b) Upon receipt of a copy of the judgment granting an application for expunction under this section, the agency shall comply and, within 60 days of the date of receipt, return the copy to the juvenile court or juvenile department with an indorsement indicating compliance.

(c) The juvenile department may, upon an agency’s written request, provide the agency with an extension of time to comply with paragraph (b) of this subsection. The duration of the extension may not exceed the later of 30 days or, if an audit or grievance under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles relating to the subject person’s records is pending, the date the audit or grievance is concluded. If the juvenile department grants an extension under this paragraph, the juvenile department shall notify the juvenile court of the extension.

(19) When all agencies subject to an expunction judgment have indicated their compliance or in any event no later than the later of 90 days following the date the judgment was delivered as required by subsection (18) of this section or, if the juvenile department granted an extension of time under subsection (18)(c) of this section, 90 days following the expiration of the extension of time, the juvenile court shall provide the person who is the subject of the record with a copy of the expunction judgment, a list of complying and noncomplying agencies, and a written notice of rights and effects of expunction. The juvenile court and juvenile department then shall expunge forthwith all records which they possess and which are subject to the judgment, except the original expunction judgment and the list of complying and noncomplying agencies which must be preserved under seal.

(20) In addition to those agencies identified in ORS 419A.260 (Expunction) (1)(d), the juvenile, circuit, municipal and justice courts, and the district and city attorneys of this state, are bound by an expunction judgment of any juvenile court of appropriate jurisdiction in this state issuing an expunction judgment. [1993 c.33 §51; 1993 c.546 §9; 1997 c.249 §132; 1999 c.111 §2; 2001 c.480 §7; 2001 c.622 §45; 2007 c.609 §10; 2012 c.23 §1; 2013 c.390 §2; 2015 c.820 §33; 2021 c.489 §56; 2021 c.585 §6; 2023 c.182 §4]

Source: Section 419A.262 — Application for expunction of records relating to certain misdemeanors, prostitution and certain sex crimes; eligibility; denial; judgment; notice to victim , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.470 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.470
409.470 Description of respite care services
Status: in_force

Respite care services made available through the Oregon Lifespan Respite Care Program shall:

(1) Include a flexible array of respite care options responsive to family and caregiver needs and available before families and caregivers are in a crisis situation;

(2) Be sensitive to the unique needs, strengths and multicultural values of an individual, family or caregiver;

(3) Offer the most efficient access to an array of coordinated respite care services that are built on existing community supports and services;

(4) Be driven by community strengths, needs and resources; and

(5) Use a variety of funds and resources, including but not limited to:

(a) Family or caregiver funds;

(b) Private and volunteer resources;

(c) Public funds; and

(d) Exchange of care among families or caregivers. [1997 c.745 §6]

Source: Section 409.470 — Description of respite care services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.633 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.633
419B.633 Transfer to tribal court
Status: in_force

Upon granting a transfer motion under ORS 419B.630 (Motion to transfer to tribal court) , the court shall expeditiously:

(1) Notify the tribal court of the pending dismissal of the child custody proceeding;

(2) Transfer all information regarding the proceeding, including pleadings and court records, to the tribal court;

(3) If the Indian child is alleged to be within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court under ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) , direct the Department of Human Services to:

(a) Coordinate with the tribal court and the Indian child’s tribe to ensure that the transfer of the proceeding and the transfer of custody of the Indian child is accomplished with minimal disruption of services to the Indian child and the Indian child’s family; and

(b) Provide the Indian child’s tribe with documentation related to the Indian child’s eligibility for state and federal assistance and information related to the Indian child’s social history, treatment diagnosis and services and other relevant case and service related data; and

(4) Dismiss the proceeding upon confirmation from the tribal court that the tribal court received the transferred information. [2020 s.s.1 c.14 §14; 2021 c.398 §5]

Note: See note under 419B.600 (Policy on Indian child welfare) .

Source: Section 419B.633 — Transfer to tribal court , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.080 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.080
419C.080 Custody
Status: in_force

(1) A peace officer, or any other person authorized by the juvenile court of the county in which the youth is found, may take a youth into custody in the following circumstances:

(a) When, if the youth were an adult, the youth could be arrested without a warrant; or

(b) When the juvenile court, by order indorsed on the summons as provided in ORS 419C.306 (Effect of summons) or otherwise, has ordered that the youth be taken into custody.

(2) In any order issued under subsection (1)(b) of this section that may result in a substitute care placement or detention, the court shall include a written finding describing why it is in the best interests of the youth to be taken into custody.

(3) A peace officer or person authorized by the juvenile court shall take a youth into custody if the peace officer or person authorized by the juvenile court has probable cause to believe that the youth, while in or on a public building or court facility within the last 120 days, possessed a firearm or destructive device in violation of ORS 166.250 (Unlawful possession of firearms) , 166.370 (Possession of firearm or dangerous weapon in public building or court facility) or 166.382 (Possession of destructive device prohibited) . [1993 c.33 §158; 1993 c.546 §59; 1997 c.727 §1; 1999 c.577 §3; 1999 c.1095 §13; 2001 c.686 §8]

Source: Section 419C.080 — Custody; when authorized , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 421.506 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 421 / Section 421.506
421.506 Intensive alternative incarceration addiction program
Status: in_force

The Department of Corrections shall establish an intensive alternative incarceration addiction program. The program shall:

(1) Address addiction as a chronic disease, recognizing that participants have individualized needs and different recovery progressions;

(2) Require compliance with program rules;

(3) Include a range of professional treatment services, recovery activities, engagement with peer mentors, educational and vocational services and self-help groups;

(4) Provide addiction treatment that incorporates proven, research-based interventions;

(5) Be trauma-informed and gender-responsive; and

(6) Be at least 270 days’ duration. [2003 c.464 §2; 2021 c.501 §6; 2023 c.108 §4]

Note: See note under 421.500 (Findings) .

Source: Section 421.506 — Intensive alternative incarceration addiction program; requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors421.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.014 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.014
413.014 Rules
Status: in_force

In accordance with applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the Oregon Health Policy Board may adopt rules necessary for the administration of the laws that the board is charged with administering. [2009 c.595 §6]

Source: Section 413.014 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.766 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.766
414.766 Behavioral health treatment
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 414.065 (Determination of health care and services covered) and 414.690 (Prioritized list of health services) , a coordinated care organization must provide behavioral health services to its members that include but are not limited to all of the following:

(a) For a member who is experiencing a behavioral health crisis:

(A) A behavioral health assessment; and

(B) Services that are medically necessary to transition the member to a lower level of care;

(b) At least the minimum level of services that are medically necessary to treat a member’s underlying behavioral health condition rather than a mere amelioration of current symptoms, such as suicidal ideation or psychosis, as determined in a behavioral health assessment of the member or specified in the member’s care plan;

(c) Treatment of co-occurring behavioral health disorders or medical conditions in a coordinated manner;

(d) Treatment at the least intensive and least restrictive level of care that is safe and effective and meets the needs of the individual’s condition;

(e) For all level of care placement decisions, placement at the level of care consistent with a member’s score or assessment using the relevant level of care placement criteria and guidelines;

(f) If the level of placement described in paragraph (e) of this subsection is not available, placement at the next higher level of care;

(g) Treatment to maintain functioning or prevent deterioration;

(h) Treatment for an appropriate duration based on the individual’s particular needs;

(i) Treatment appropriate to the unique needs of children and adolescents;

(j) Treatment appropriate to the unique needs of older adults;

(k) Treatment that is culturally and linguistically appropriate;

(L) Treatment that is appropriate to the unique needs of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals and individuals of any other minority gender identity or sexual orientation;

(m) Coordinated care and case management as defined by the Department of Consumer and Business Services by rule; and

(n) Mental health wellness appointments as prescribed by the Oregon Health Authority by rule.

(2) If there is a disagreement about the level of care required by subsection (1)(e) or (f) of this section, a coordinated care organization shall provide to the behavioral health treatment provider full details of the coordinated care organization’s scoring or assessment, to the extent permitted by the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy regulations, 45 C.F.R. parts 160 and 164, ORS 192.553 (Policy for protected health information) to 192.581 (Allowed retention or disclosure of genetic information) or other state or federal laws limiting the disclosure of health information.

(3) The Oregon Health Authority shall adopt by rule a list of behavioral health services that may not be subject to prior authorization. [2017 c.273 §2; 2021 c.116 §1; 2021 c.629 §4]

Source: Section 414.766 — Behavioral health treatment; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 420.915 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 420 / Section 420.915
420.915 Procedure upon apprehension of escapee, absentee or parole violator
Status: in_force

(1) Upon issuance of an order or warrant of arrest under ORS 420.910 (Arrest and detention of escaped, absent or paroled adjudicated youths) , a peace officer may apprehend and deliver to a juvenile detention facility as described in ORS 419A.050 (Authority to acquire, equip and maintain detention and shelter facilities) and 419A.052 (Specifications of facilities) the escapee, absentee or parole violator who is under 18 years of age. If the escapee, absentee or parole violator is 18 years of age or older, a peace officer may deliver the person to an adult detention facility.

(2) Upon issuance of an order for arrest under ORS 420.910 (Arrest and detention of escaped, absent or paroled adjudicated youths) (1)(b), a juvenile community supervision officer may apprehend and deliver to a juvenile detention facility as described in ORS 419A.050 (Authority to acquire, equip and maintain detention and shelter facilities) and 419A.052 (Specifications of facilities) the parole violator who is under 18 years of age. If the parole violator is 18 years of age or older, a juvenile community supervision officer may deliver the person to an adult detention facility.

(3) A youth correction facility escapee or absentee described in ORS 420.910 (Arrest and detention of escaped, absent or paroled adjudicated youths) may be held in a juvenile detention facility as described in ORS 419A.050 (Authority to acquire, equip and maintain detention and shelter facilities) and 419A.052 (Specifications of facilities) or an adult detention facility as provided in subsection (1) of this section for up to 36 hours.

(4) The parole violator described in ORS 420.910 (Arrest and detention of escaped, absent or paroled adjudicated youths) may be held in a juvenile detention facility as described in ORS 419A.050 (Authority to acquire, equip and maintain detention and shelter facilities) and 419A.052 (Specifications of facilities) or an adult detention facility as provided in subsection (1) or (2) of this section no more than 72 hours, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and judicial holidays, except pursuant to such provisions as the Oregon Youth Authority may adopt by rule to govern the use of detention for parolees and review of revocation of parole.

(5) The director or authorized representative of the juvenile department in whose juvenile detention facility the escapee or absentee from a youth correction facility is held, or the administrator of the adult detention facility in which the escapee or absentee is held, shall immediately inform the institution to which such escapee or absentee was committed and shall surrender the escapee or absentee to any person authorized by the superintendent or authorized representative of such institution to receive the escapee or absentee.

(6) The director or authorized representative of the juvenile department in whose juvenile detention facility the parole violator is held, or the administrator of the adult detention facility in which the violator is held, shall immediately inform the paroling authority.

(7) Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, the provisions of ORS 419C.109 (Initial disposition of youth taken into custody) , 419C.136 (Temporary hold to develop release plan) , 419C.139 (Speedy hearing on detention cases) , 419C.145 (Preadjudication detention) , 419C.150 (Time limitations on detention) , 419C.153 (Detention review or release hearing) , 419C.170 (Time limitations on shelter care) and 419C.173 (Evidentiary hearing) do not apply to the detention of an escapee, absentee or parole violator under this section. [1957 c.129 §§2,4; 1985 c.229 §3; 1985 c.618 §4c; 1987 c.892 §4; 1989 c.1033 §5; 1993 c.33 §349; 1995 c.422 §122; 2013 c.259 §4; 2019 c.382 §18]

Source: Section 420.915 — Procedure upon apprehension of escapee, absentee or parole violator; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors420.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.300 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.300
413.300 Definitions for ORS 413.300 to 413.308, 413.310 and ORS chapter 414
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 413.300 (Definitions for ORS 413.300 to 413.308, 413.310 and ORS chapter 414) to 413.308 (Duties of council) , 413.310 (Oregon Health Information Technology program) and ORS chapter 414:

(1) “Electronic health record” means an electronic record of an individual’s health-related information that conforms to nationally recognized interoperability standards and that can be created, managed and consulted by authorized health care providers and staff.

(2) “Health care provider” or “provider” means a person who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized by law in this state to administer health care in the ordinary course of business or in the practice of a health care profession.

(3) “Health informatics” means the interdisciplinary study of the design, development, adoption and application of information technology based innovations in health care services delivery, management and planning.

(4) “Health information technology” means an information processing application using computer hardware and software for the storage, retrieval, sharing and use of health care information, data and knowledge for communication, decision-making, quality, safety and efficiency of a clinical practice. “Health information technology” includes, but is not limited to:

(a) An electronic health record.

(b) An electronic order from a health care provider for diagnosis, treatment or prescription drugs.

(c) An electronic clinical decision support system that links health observations with health knowledge to assist health care providers in making choices for improved health care, for example by providing electronic alerts or reminders.

(d) Tools for the collection, analysis and reporting of information or data on adverse events, the quality and efficiency of care, patient satisfaction and other health care related performance measures.

(5) “Interoperability” means the capacity of different health information technology systems and software applications to communicate and exchange data and to make use of the data that has been exchanged. [2009 c.595 §1167; 2015 c.243 §3]

Source: Section 413.300 — Definitions for ORS 413.300 to 413.308, 413.310 and ORS chapter 414 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.747 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.747
409.747 Setoff of liquidated debts
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding ORS 411.760 (Assistance grants are inalienable) , liquidated and delinquent debts owed to the Department of Human Services may be set off against amounts owed by the department to the debtors. [2007 c.446 §1; 2009 c.595 §260]

Source: Section 409.747 — Setoff of liquidated debts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 420a.040 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 420a / Section 420a.040
420A.040 Provision of juvenile corrections programs and services to tribal adjudicated youth
Status: in_force

(1) An agency that provides juvenile corrections programs may enter into an agreement with a tribe for the purposes of placing a tribal adjudicated youth into a state youth correction facility or program. The tribe shall pay the agency reasonable expenses associated with the incarceration and treatment of the adjudicated youth.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The Oregon Youth Authority may receive applications from, and award funds under a competitive process to, tribes for the administration and provision of services to tribal youth. The services eligible for funding under this subsection must be intended to protect the public and reduce juvenile delinquency.

(b) As used in this subsection, “tribal youth” means a member of a tribe who is:

(A) A youth as defined in ORS 419A.004 (Definitions) ; or

(B) A person under 18 years of age who:

(i) Has more than one of the risk factors identified in ORS 417.855 (Local high-risk juvenile crime prevention plan) (2)(a); or

(ii) Is demonstrating at-risk behaviors that will lead to imminent or increased involvement in the juvenile justice system.

(3) As used in this section, “tribe” means a federally recognized Indian tribe in Oregon. [1995 c.422 §131L; 2009 c.239 §1; 2021 c.489 §142]

Note: 420A.040 (Provision of juvenile corrections programs and services to tribal adjudicated youth) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 420A or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 420A.040 — Provision of juvenile corrections programs and services to tribal adjudicated youth; agreements; award of funds , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors420A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419a.063 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419a / Section 419a.063
419A.063 Requirements for detention facilities
Status: in_force

(1) The juvenile court may not place an adjudicated youth in a detention facility under ORS 419C.453 (Detention) unless the facility:

(a) Houses adjudicated youths in a room or ward screened from the sight and sound of adults who may be detained in the facility; and

(b) Is staffed by juvenile department employees.

(2) In no case may the court order, pursuant to ORS 419C.453 (Detention) , that an adjudicated youth under 14 years of age be placed in any detention facility in which adults are detained or imprisoned.

(3) As used in this section, “adult” does not include a person who is 18 years of age or older and is alleged to be, or has been found to be, within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court under ORS 419C.005 (Jurisdiction) . [1993 c.33 §14; 2003 c.396 §15; 2003 c.442 §6; 2021 c.489 §42]

Source: Section 419A.063 — Requirements for detention facilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 423.535 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 423 / Section 423.535
423.535 Biennial community corrections plan required
Status: in_force

(1) Prior to receiving funds, the county shall have a biennial community corrections plan.

(2) The county and the Department of Corrections shall enter into an intergovernmental agreement referring to the plan.

(3) The county may contract with public or private agencies including, but not limited to, other counties, cities, special districts and public or private agencies for the provision of services to offenders. [1977 c.412 §13; 1987 c.320 §224; 1989 c.613 §2; 1995 c.423 §7]

Source: Section 423.535 — Biennial community corrections plan required; county authority to contract for services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors423.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.829 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.829
417.829 Evaluation
Status: in_force

(1) Each biennium, the Department of Early Learning and Care shall conduct an evaluation of Early Learning Hubs that assesses the efficacy of the Early Learning Hubs with respect to:

(a) Creating an aligned, coordinated and family-centered system of early learning services;

(b) Increasing coordination and collaboration among entities involved in, and providers of services related to, early learning services, education and health and human services;

(c) Increasing focus on outcomes; and

(d) Improving outcomes, including but not limited to outcomes associated with school readiness, for populations defined by statute or rule as being at-risk.

(2) An evaluation performed under subsection (1) of this section must also assess, with respect to Early Learning Hubs:

(a) Governance structure;

(b) Funding mechanisms and metrics for providing funding; and

(c) Compilation and use of data.

(3) The department may contract with a third party to perform an evaluation required by this section.

(4) No later than March 15 of each odd-numbered year, the department shall submit a report to the interim legislative committees on education and early learning regarding the findings and recommendations made as a result of an evaluation performed under this section. The report shall include any recommendations for legislative changes based upon the findings and recommendations made as a result of the evaluation. [2015 c.773 §2; 2017 c.399 §1; 2021 c.631 §57]

Source: Section 417.829 — Evaluation; report , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 423.530 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 423 / Section 423.530
423.530 Procedure for determining amount of financial grants
Status: in_force

(1) Financial grants for community corrections pursuant to ORS 423.500 (Definitions for ORS 423.500 to 423.560) to 423.560 (Local public safety coordinating council) consist of the Grant-in-Aid Program. The Grant-in-Aid Program consists of moneys appropriated to the Department of Corrections for the purposes of management, support services and supervision of offenders described in ORS 423.478 (Duties of department and counties) (2). The department shall determine, prior to July 1 of each odd-numbered year, each county’s percentage share of the amount appropriated for the purposes of this subsection. Such determination shall be based upon a weighted formula of workload and population as adopted by the department by rule. In adopting the rule, the department shall consult with a broad based committee including, but not limited to, representatives of the Department of Corrections, local county community corrections, county boards of commissioners and county sheriffs.

(2) Funding received by a county pursuant to ORS 423.500 (Definitions for ORS 423.500 to 423.560) to 423.560 (Local public safety coordinating council) approved for county corrections programs shall not be reduced by the department except by action of the Legislative Assembly or the Emergency Board. Such reductions shall be made proportionately using the applicable allocation formula. [1977 c.412 §7; 1979 c.160 §1; 1985 c.708 §1; 1987 c.320 §223; 1989 c.613 §1; 1989 c.790 §66; 1993 c.680 §1; 1995 c.423 §5]

Source: Section 423.530 — Procedure for determining amount of financial grants; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors423.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.584 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.584
414.584 Meetings of coordinated care organization governing body to be open to public
Status: in_force

(1) Meetings of a governing body of a coordinated care organization in which substantive decisions are made final must:

(a) Be open to the public;

(b) Provide an opportunity for members of the public to provide written or oral testimony; and

(c) Include the minutes or other record of the previous meeting of the governing body.

(2) A coordinated care organization shall give public notice, reasonably calculated to give actual notice to interested persons, of the time and place for meetings described in subsection (1) of this section.

(3) Meetings of a governing body of a coordinated care organization are not subject to ORS 192.610 (Definitions for ORS 192.610 to 192.705) to 192.705 (Filing written grievance) .

(4) The governing body of a coordinated care organization shall provide for the sound, video or digital recording or the taking of written minutes of all its meetings. Neither a full transcript nor a full recording of a meeting is required but the written minutes or recording must give a true reflection of the matters discussed at the meeting and the views of the participants. All minutes or recordings must be available to the public within a reasonable time after the meeting and must include at least the following information:

(a) All members of the governing body present;

(b) All motions, proposals, resolutions, orders, ordinances and measures proposed and their disposition;

(c) Unanimous votes on decisions or, if a vote is not unanimous, the results of the vote and the vote of each member by name; and

(d) The substance of any discussion on any matter.

(5) A coordinated care organization shall make available on its website, at a minimum, the following information:

(a) The minutes or other record of previous meetings of the governing body of the coordinated care organization; and

(b) Contact information for:

(A) The chairperson of the governing body; and

(B) A member of the governing body or a staff member of the coordinated care organization responsible for providing information to the public about the activities of the coordinated care organization. [2018 c.49 §2]

Source: Section 414.584 — Meetings of coordinated care organization governing body to be open to public; recording and taking of minutes required , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.855 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.855
414.855 Hospital assessment
Status: repealed

(1) An assessment is imposed on the net revenue of each hospital in this state. The assessment shall be imposed at a rate determined by the Director of the Oregon Health Authority by rule that is the director’s best estimate of the rate needed to fund the services and costs identified in ORS 414.869 (Establishment of Hospital Quality Assurance Fund) . The rate of assessment shall be imposed on the net revenue of each hospital subject to assessment. The director shall consult with representatives of hospitals before setting the assessment.

(2) Each assessment shall be reported on a form prescribed by the Oregon Health Authority and shall contain the information required to be reported by the authority. The assessment form shall be filed with the authority on or before the 45th day following the end of the calendar quarter for which the assessment is being reported. Except as provided in subsection (5) of this section, the hospital shall pay the assessment at the time the hospital files the assessment report. The payment shall accompany the report.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) To the extent permitted by federal law, aggregate assessments imposed under this section may not exceed the total of the following amounts received by the hospitals that are reimbursed by Medicare based on diagnostic related groups:

(A) 30 percent of payments made to the hospitals on a fee-for-service basis by the authority for inpatient hospital services;

(B) 41 percent of payments made to the hospitals on a fee-for-service basis by the authority for outpatient hospital services; and

(C) Payments made to the hospitals using a payment methodology established by the authority that advances the goals of the Oregon Integrated and Coordinated Health Care Delivery System described in ORS 414.570 (System established) (3).

(b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a) of this subsection, aggregate assessments imposed under this section on or after July 1, 2015, may exceed the total of the amounts described in paragraph (a) of this subsection to the extent necessary to compensate for any reduction of funding in the legislatively adopted budget for hospital services under ORS 414.591 (Coordinated care organization contracts) , 414.631 (Mandatory enrollment in coordinated care organization) and 414.688 (Commission established) to 414.745 (Liability of health care providers and plans) .

(c) The director may impose a lower rate of assessment on type A hospitals and type B hospitals to take into account the hospitals’ financial position.

(4) Notwithstanding subsection (3) of this section, a hospital is not guaranteed that any additional moneys paid to the hospital in the form of payments for services shall equal or exceed the amount of the assessment paid by the hospital.

(5) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The authority shall develop a schedule for collection of the assessment for the calendar quarter ending September 30, 2021, that will result in the collection occurring between December 15, 2021, and the time all Medicaid cost settlements are finalized for that calendar quarter.

(b) The authority shall prescribe by rule criteria for late payment of assessments. [2003 c.736 §2; 2007 c.780 §1; 2009 c.828 §51; 2009 c.867 §17; 2013 c.608 §2; 2015 c.16 §1; 2017 c.538 §§27,28,29]

Note: 414.855 (Hospital assessment) is repealed January 2, 2031, and applies to net revenues earned by hospitals during the period specified in 414.871 (Applicability of hospital assessment) . See section 12, chapter 736, Oregon Laws 2003, as amended (note following 414.871 (Applicability of hospital assessment) ).

Note: See second note under 414.853 (Definitions) .

Source: Section 414.855 — Hospital assessment; rates; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.970 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.970
411.970 When bilingual services required
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Non-English-speaking household” means a household that does not have an adult member who is fluent in English.

(b) “Written materials” includes all forms, notices and other documents that the Department of Human Services or the Oregon Health Authority provides to any English-speaking client for the establishment, maintenance and explanation of eligibility for public assistance or medical assistance.

(2) If a Department of Human Services local office has a caseload that consists of 35 or more non-English-speaking households that share the same language, the department shall provide at the local office written materials in that language and access to a bilingual assistance worker or caseworker who is fluent in both that language and English.

(3) The Personnel Division of the Oregon Department of Administrative Services shall recruit qualified individuals and shall maintain lists of such individuals for purposes of meeting the requirements of this section. [Formerly 411.062; 2013 c.688 §65]

Source: Section 411.970 — When bilingual services required , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.818 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.818
419B.818 Form of summons under ORS 419B.815
Status: in_force

The summons for appearance in a proceeding to establish jurisdiction under ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) must be in substantially the following form:

In the Matter of )

) No.

) Petition No.

)

A Child. ) SUMMONS

TO: Name and address

IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON:

You are directed:

_____To appear in person before this Court at _______________ (address), Courtroom #_____, ____________, Oregon, on: the _____ day of_____, 2___, at ___ o’clock__.m. for a hearing on the allegations of the petition and at any subsequent court-ordered hearing. You must appear personally in the courtroom on the date and at the time listed above. An attorney may not attend the hearing in your place. However, if you are the child at issue in this proceeding and you have an attorney, you may rely upon your attorney to appear at the hearing on your behalf.

_____To appear in person before this Court at _______________ (address), Courtroom #_____, ____________, Oregon, on the _____ day of_____, 2___, at ___ o’clock__.m. to admit or deny the allegations of the petition and at any subsequent court-ordered hearing. You must appear personally in the courtroom on the date and at the time listed above. An attorney may not attend the hearing in your place. However, if you are the child at issue in this proceeding and you have an attorney, you may rely upon your attorney to appear at the hearing on your behalf.

_____To file a written answer to the petition no later than 30 days after the date you were served with this summons and to appear at any court-ordered hearing. An attorney may not attend any court-ordered hearing in your place. However, if you are the child at issue in this proceeding and you have an attorney, you may rely upon your attorney to file and to appear at the hearing on your behalf.

NOTICE:

READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY!!

A petition has been filed to establish jurisdiction under ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) . A copy of the petition is attached.

No later than 30 days from the date the petition is filed, each person about whom allegations have been made in the petition must admit or deny the allegations. Unless directed otherwise above, the admission or denial may be made orally at the hearing or filed with the court in writing.

If you do not appear or file a written answer as directed above, or do not appear at any subsequent court-ordered hearing, the Court may proceed without further notice and take jurisdiction of the child(ren) either on the date specified in this summons or on a future date, and make such orders and take such action as authorized by law including, but not limited to, establishing wardship over the child, ordering the removal of the child(ren) from the legal and physical custody of the parent(s) or guardian(s) and, if the petition alleges that the child(ren) has (have) been physically or sexually abused, restraining you from having contact with, or attempting to contact, the child(ren) and requiring you to move from the household in which the child(ren) resides (reside).

You have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you wish to be represented by an attorney, please retain one as soon as possible to represent you in this proceeding. If you are the child or the parent or legal guardian of the child and you cannot afford to hire an attorney and you meet the state’s financial guidelines, you are entitled to have an attorney appointed for you at state expense. To request appointment of an attorney to represent you at state expense, you must contact the juvenile court immediately. Phone _____ for further information. If you are represented by an attorney, it is your responsibility to maintain contact with your attorney and to keep your attorney advised of your whereabouts.

If you are a parent or other person legally obligated to support the child(ren), you have the obligation to support the child(ren). You may be required to pay for compensation and reasonable expenses for the child(ren)’s attorney. You may be required to pay support for the child(ren) while the child(ren) is (are) in state financed or state supported custody. You may be required to provide health insurance coverage for the child(ren) while the child(ren) is (are) in state financed or state supported custody. You may be required to pay other costs that arise from the child(ren) being in the jurisdiction of the Court. If you are ordered to pay for the child(ren)’s support or there is an existing order of support from a divorce or other proceeding, that support order may be assigned to the state to apply to the costs of the child(ren)’s care.

If this summons requires you to appear before the court to admit or deny the allegations of the petition or requires you to file a written answer to the petition and you contest the petition, the court will schedule a hearing on the allegations of the petition and order you to appear personally and may schedule other hearings related to the petition and order you to appear personally. If you are ordered to appear, you must appear personally in the courtroom, unless the court has granted you an exception in advance under ORS 419B.918 (Manner of appearance) to appear by other means including, but not limited to, telephonic or other electronic means. If you are the child at issue in this proceeding and you have an attorney, your attorney may appear in your place.

If your rights are adversely affected by the court’s judgment or decision regarding jurisdiction or disposition, you have the right to appeal under ORS 419A.200 (Who may appeal) . If you decide to appeal a judgment or decision of the court, you must file a notice of appeal no later than 30 days after the entry of the court’s judgment or decision as provided in ORS 419A.200 (Who may appeal) . You have a right to be represented by an attorney in an appeal under ORS 419A.200 (Who may appeal) . If you are the child or the parent or legal guardian of the child and you cannot afford to hire an attorney and you meet the state’s financial guidelines, you are entitled to have an attorney appointed for you at state expense. To request appointment of an attorney to represent you at state expense in an appeal under ORS 419A.200 (Who may appeal) , you must contact the juvenile court immediately.

Phone _____ for further information.

By: (Name and Title)

Date Issued: ____________

[2001 c.622 §7; 2003 c.73 §68; 2003 c.205 §8; 2007 c.497 §5; 2011 c.116 §1]

Source: Section 419B.818 — Form of summons under ORS 419B.815 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.472 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.472
419C.472 Suspension of driving privileges
Status: in_force

(1) The court may order that the driving privileges of a youth be suspended if:

(a) The petition alleges that the youth is within the jurisdiction of the court for violating ORS 471.430 (Purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by person under 21) or 475C.317 (Prohibition against person under 21 years of age possessing, attempting to purchase or purchasing marijuana item) ;

(b) The youth has been issued a summons under ORS 419C.306 (Effect of summons) ; and

(c) The youth fails to appear as required by the summons.

(2) When a court issues an order under subsection (1) of this section:

(a) The court shall send a notice to the Department of Transportation certifying that the youth failed to appear and that the court has ordered the suspension of the driving privileges of the youth; and

(b) Neither the state nor a juvenile department counselor may file a petition under ORS 419C.250 (Who may file petition) alleging that the youth is within the jurisdiction of the court for having committed an act that if committed by an adult would constitute a violation of ORS 153.992 (Penalty for failure to appear) . [2001 c.817 §5; 2017 c.20 §7]

Source: Section 419C.472 — Suspension of driving privileges , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.072 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.072
411.072 Public process required if waiver of federal requirement involves policy change
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section “policy change” includes any change in the operation of public assistance programs that affects recipients adversely in any substantial manner, including but not limited to the denial, reduction, modification or delay of benefits. “Policy change” does not include any procedural change that affects internal management but does not adversely and substantially affect the interest of public assistance recipients.

(2) The Department of Human Services may submit applications for waiver of federal statutory or regulatory requirements to the federal government or any agency thereof. Prior to the submission of any application for waiver that involves a policy change, and prior to implementation, the department shall do the following:

(a) Conduct a public process regarding the waiver application or application for waiver renewals;

(b) Prepare a complete summary of the testimony and written comments received during the public process;

(c) Submit the application for waiver or application for waiver renewals involving a policy change to the legislative review agency, as described in ORS 291.375 (Legislative review of applications for federal financial assistance) , and present the summary of testimony and comments described in this section; and

(d) Give notice of the date of its appearance before the Emergency Board, the Joint Interim Committee on Ways and Means or the Joint Committee on Ways and Means in accordance with ORS 183.335 (Notice) , and before the Family Services Review Commission. [Formerly 411.595; 2011 c.720 §93; 2012 c.107 §13]

Note: 411.072 (Public process required if waiver of federal requirement involves policy change) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 411 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 411.072 — Public process required if waiver of federal requirement involves policy change , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419a.289 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419a / Section 419a.289
419A.289 Juvenile Justice Policy Commission
Status: in_force

(1) The Juvenile Justice Policy Commission is established within the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to provide data-driven policy recommendations to strengthen public safety and improve youth outcomes in the juvenile justice system of this state.

(2) The Juvenile Justice Policy Commission consists of 17 members who are appointed as follows:

(a) The Governor shall appoint, subject to confirmation by the Senate in the manner prescribed in ORS 171.562 (Procedures for confirmation) and 171.565 (Vote required for confirmation) :

(A) One representative of the Oregon Youth Authority;

(B) One representative of the Department of Human Services;

(C) One representative of the Department of Education;

(D) Two directors of county juvenile departments;

(E) One representative of the office of public defense services with experience in juvenile delinquency, or that person’s designee;

(F) One representative of the Oregon District Attorneys Association with experience prosecuting juvenile delinquency, or that person’s designee;

(G) One representative of a youth advocacy organization;

(H) One representative of a victim advocacy organization;

(I) One person who is a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe in this state, or that person’s designee; and

(J) Two members of the public, one member having experience with the juvenile justice system as a youth and one member having experience as the family member of a youth in the juvenile justice system.

(b) The President of the Senate shall appoint two members of the Senate, each member being of a different political party, who shall be nonvoting members serving ex officio.

(c) The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall appoint two members of the House of Representatives, each member being of a different political party, who shall be nonvoting members serving ex officio.

(d) The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court shall appoint one representative of the Judicial Department.

(3) Members who are appointed to the Juvenile Justice Policy Commission shall be appointed with consideration to geographical, racial, ethnic and gender diversity.

(4) The term of office of each member of the Juvenile Justice Policy Commission other than a legislative member is four years. The term of office for a legislator who is appointed ex officio under subsection (2) of this section is four years or the end of the legislator’s term, whichever comes first. Before the expiration of the term of a member, the appointing authority shall appoint a successor whose term begins immediately upon the expiration of the term of the current member. A member is eligible for reappointment, but may serve no more than two consecutive terms. If there is a vacancy for any cause, the appointing authority shall make an appointment to become immediately effective for the unexpired term, which shall not count toward the limitation of two consecutive terms under this subsection.

(5) A voting member of the Juvenile Justice Policy Commission who is not an employee of the state is entitled to compensation and expenses as provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) . A voting member of the commission who is an employee of the state, other than a legislator member, is not entitled to compensation, but may be reimbursed from funds available to the commission for actual and necessary travel and other expenses incurred by the member in the performance of the member’s official duties in the manner and amount provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) . Claims for compensation and expenses incurred in performing the functions of the commission shall be paid out of funds appropriated to the commission for that purpose.

(6) A legislative member of the Juvenile Justice Policy Commission is entitled to payment of compensation and expenses under ORS 171.072 (Salary of members and presiding officers) from funds appropriated to the Legislative Assembly. [2023 c.406 §1]

Note: 419A.289 (Juvenile Justice Policy Commission) , 419A.291 (Officers) and 419A.292 (Duties) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 419A or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Note: Section 2, chapter 406, Oregon Laws 2023, provides:

Sec 2. Notwithstanding the term of office specified by section 1 of this 2023 Act [ 419A.289 (Juvenile Justice Policy Commission) ], of the voting members first appointed to the Juvenile Justice Policy Commission:

(1) Three shall serve for a term ending January 1, 2025.

(2) Five shall serve for a term ending January 1, 2026.

(3) Five shall serve for a term ending January 1, 2027. [2023 c.406 §2]

Source: Section 419A.289 — Juvenile Justice Policy Commission; membership , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.220 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.220
419B.220 Appointment of surrogate
Status: in_force

(1) Upon the request of any party, the court shall appoint a surrogate for a child who is temporarily or permanently in the custody of, or committed to, a public or private agency through the action of the juvenile court if:

(a) The court finds that the child may be eligible for special education programs because of a disabling condition as provided in ORS chapter 343;

(b) The child does not already have a surrogate appointed by a school district or other educational agency; and

(c) The requesting party nominates a person who is willing to serve as the surrogate and who meets the requirements described in subsection (2) of this section.

(2) A surrogate appointed under this section:

(a) May not be an employee of the state educational agency, a school district or any other agency that is involved in the education or care of the child;

(b) May not have a conflict of interest that would interfere with the surrogate representing the special education interests of the child;

(c) Shall have knowledge and skills that ensure that the surrogate can adequately represent the child in special education decisions; and

(d) May not be a person who is the child’s parent, guardian or former guardian if:

(A) At any time while the child was under the care, custody or control of the person, a court entered an order:

(i) Taking the child into protective custody under ORS 419B.150 (When protective custody authorized) ; or

(ii) Committing the child to the legal custody of the Department of Human Services for care, placement and supervision under ORS 419B.337 (Commitment to custody of Department of Human Services) ; and

(B) The court entered a subsequent order that:

(i) The child should be permanently removed from the person’s home, or continued in substitute care, because it was not safe for the child to be returned to the person’s home, and no subsequent order of the court was entered that permitted the child to return to the person’s home before the child’s wardship was terminated under ORS 419B.328 (Ward of the court) ; or

(ii) Terminated the person’s parental rights under ORS 419B.500 (Termination of parental rights generally) and 419B.502 (Termination upon finding of extreme conduct) to 419B.524 (Effect of termination order) . [1993 c.33 §77; 2005 c.662 §14; 2011 c.194 §8]

Source: Section 419B.220 — Appointment of surrogate , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.607 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.607
410.607 Home care and personal support worker classifications and payment rates
Status: in_force

(1) The Home Care Commission shall convene a subcommittee of the commission to define and establish classifications of home care workers and personal support workers. The classifications shall be based on the worker’s training, level of skill and the scope of the services provided by the worker.

(2) The commission shall establish payment rates for each classification of home care worker participating in the program described in ORS 410.605 (Private pay home care worker program) . [2014 c.116 §4; 2018 c.75 §13]

Note: 410.607 (Home care and personal support worker classifications and payment rates) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 410 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 410.607 — Home care and personal support worker classifications and payment rates , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.157 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.157
419B.157 Jurisdiction attaches at time of custody
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in ORS 419B.168 (Procedure when child is not released) , 419C.094 (Jurisdiction attaches at time youth taken into custody) and 419C.103 (Procedure when youth is not released) , the jurisdiction of the juvenile court of the county in which a child is taken into protective custody shall attach from the time the child is taken into custody. [1993 c.33 §63; 1993 c.546 §29]

Source: Section 419B.157 — Jurisdiction attaches at time of custody , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.245 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.245
419C.245 Right to counsel
Status: in_force

(1) The juvenile department counselor shall inform, in writing, a youth and the youth’s parents or guardians of the youth’s right to counsel and to appointed counsel at state expense. The right to counsel shall attach prior to the youth’s entering into a formal accountability agreement.

(2) The youth may waive the right to counsel prior to the youth’s entering into a formal accountability agreement, provided that:

(a) The youth’s juvenile department counselor has advised the youth of the youth’s right to counsel, in writing; and

(b) The waiver is in writing, signed by the youth and presented to the youth’s juvenile department counselor. [1993 c.33 §194; 1995 c.422 §126; 2001 c.962 §84; 2003 c.449 §14; 2017 c.389 §2; 2021 c.597 §15]

Source: Section 419C.245 — Right to counsel; waiver , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.685 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.685
418.685 Certain agencies declared to be orphans’ homes
Status: in_force

For the purposes of ORS 418.675 (Powers and duties of trustees of A. R. Burbank Trust Fund) , the Boys’ and Girls’ Aid Society and the Baby Home at Portland hereby are declared to be orphans’ homes. [Formerly 419.456]

Source: Section 418.685 — Certain agencies declared to be orphans’ homes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.707 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.707
417.707 Duty of state agencies providing services for children and families
Status: in_force

The purpose of ORS 417.705 (Definitions for ORS 417.705 to 417.800) to 417.800 (Department to coordinate efforts and make recommendations) , as described in ORS 417.708 (Legislative findings relating to young children) to 417.725 (Key elements of system) , shall be implemented by all state agencies providing services for children and families to guide the providing of those services. [Formerly 417.755; 2012 c.97 §20]

Source: Section 417.707 — Duty of state agencies providing services for children and families , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.245 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.245
414.245 Bridge Plan Fund
Status: in_force

The Bridge Plan Fund is established in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund, consisting of federal funds received by the Oregon Health Authority to administer the bridge program described in ORS 414.241 (Oregon Health Authority to administer bridge program) . Moneys in the Bridge Plan Fund are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Health Authority to carry out ORS 414.241 (Oregon Health Authority to administer bridge program) . [2022 c.29 §8]

Note: See note under 414.241 (Oregon Health Authority to administer bridge program) .

Source: Section 414.245 — Bridge Plan Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.720 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.720
410.720 Mental health and addiction services for senior citizens and persons with disabilities
Status: in_force

It is the policy of this state to provide mental health and addiction services for all Oregon senior citizens and persons with disabilities through a comprehensive and coordinated statewide network of local mental health services and alcohol and drug abuse education and treatment. These services should involve family and friends and be provided in the least restrictive and most appropriate settings.

(2) The Department of Human Services and the Oregon Health Authority shall facilitate the formation of local community partnerships between the senior, disability, mental health, alcohol and drug abuse and health care communities by supporting the development of program approaches that meet minimum standards adopted by the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 430.357 (Minimum standards) including, but not limited to:

(a) Mental health and addiction screenings and assessments in long term care settings;

(b) Outreach services to seniors and persons with disabilities in their homes, including gatekeeper programs, neighborhood programs and programs designed for rural communities;

(c) Multilingual and multicultural medical and psychiatric services for ethnic minorities with physical disabilities and hearing impairments;

(d) Education and training for health care consumers, health care professionals and mental health and addiction services providers on mental health and addiction issues, programs and services for seniors and persons with disabilities; and

(e) Education and consultation services for primary care physicians and naturopathic physicians treating seniors and persons with disabilities.

(3) In carrying out the provisions of subsections (1) and (2) of this section, the department and the authority shall:

(a) Develop plans for service coordination within the department and the authority;

(b) Recommend budget provisions for the delivery of needed services offered by the department and the authority; and

(c) Develop plans for expanding mental health and addiction services for seniors and persons with disabilities to meet the increasing demand. [1991 c.775 §2; 2001 c.104 §143; 2001 c.900 §85; 2005 c.691 §6; 2011 c.673 §12; 2011 c.720 §89; 2017 c.356 §32]

Source: Section 410.720 — Mental health and addiction services for senior citizens and persons with disabilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.460 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.460
410.460 Computation of allowable costs
Status: in_force

Allowable costs by authorized agencies are those associated with the direct provision of services to clients and such administrative costs as may be required to assure adequate services and to provide information to the Department of Human Services. [1981 c.186 §6; 1983 c.740 §136]

Source: Section 410.460 — Computation of allowable costs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.354 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.354
414.354 Meetings
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in ORS 414.356 (Executive session) , the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee shall operate in accordance with ORS chapter 192. The committee shall annually elect a chairperson from the members of the committee.

(2) A committee member is not entitled to compensation but is entitled to reimbursement for actual and necessary travel expenses incurred in connection with the member’s duties, pursuant to ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) .

(3) A quorum consists of six members of the committee.

(4) The committee may establish advisory committees to assist in carrying out the committee’s duties under ORS 414.351 (Definitions for ORS 414.351 to 414.414) to 414.414 (Use and disclosure of confidential information) , with the approval of the Director of the Oregon Health Authority.

(5) The Oregon Health Authority shall provide staff and support services to the committee.

(6) The committee shall meet no less than four times each year at a place, day and hour determined by the director. The committee also shall meet at other times and places specified by the call of the director or a majority of the members of the committee. No less than 30 days prior to a meeting the committee shall post to the authority website:

(a) The agenda for the meeting;

(b) A list of the drug classes to be considered at the meeting; and

(c) Background materials and supporting documentation provided to committee members with respect to drugs and drug classes that are before the committee for review.

(7) The committee shall provide appropriate opportunity for public testimony at each regularly scheduled committee meeting. Immediately prior to deliberating on any recommendations regarding a drug or a class of drugs, the committee shall accept testimony, in writing or in person, that is offered by a manufacturer of those drugs or another interested party.

(8) The committee may consider more than 20 classes of drugs at a meeting only if:

(a) There is no new clinical evidence for the additional class of drugs; and

(b) The committee is considering only substantial cost differences between drugs within the same therapeutic class. [2011 c.720 §11]

Note: See note under 414.351 (Definitions for ORS 414.351 to 414.414) .

Source: Section 414.354 — Meetings; advisory committees; public notice and testimony , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.450 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.450
410.450 Determinations of eligibility
Status: in_force

(1) Eligibility determinations and determinations of services for Oregon Project Independence shall be made in accordance with rules of the Department of Human Services.

(2) Eligibility for authorized services shall be based on each client’s financial, physical, functional, medical and social need for such services.

(3) Clients who appear eligible for services provided by the department because of disability or age and income shall be encouraged to apply to the department for service. [1981 c.186 §5; 1983 c.740 §135; 2005 c.22 §278; 2011 c.201 §5]

Source: Section 410.450 — Determinations of eligibility; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419a.118 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419a / Section 419a.118
419A.118 Records
Status: in_force

The local citizen review board shall keep accurate records and retain these records on file. The local citizen review board shall send copies of its written findings and recommendations to the following:

(1) The court;

(2) The Department of Human Services; and

(3) Other participants in the review. [1993 c.33 §33]

Source: Section 419A.118 — Records; disclosure of findings and recommendations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 420a.130 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 420a / Section 420a.130
420A.130 Reentry support and services
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Reentry support and services” has the meaning given that term in ORS 423.110 (Acceptance of moneys for reentry services) .

(b) “Sentence” includes a period of incarceration, any period of transitional leave, work release or program of conditional or supervised release authorized by law and any period of post-prison supervision.

(c) “Youth correction facility” has the meaning given that term in ORS 420.005 (Definitions) .

(2) The Oregon Youth Authority may provide reentry support and services for offenders who, having been committed to the legal and physical custody of the Department of Corrections and thereafter transferred to the physical custody of the authority under ORS 137.124 (Commitment of defendant to Department of Corrections or county) and 420.011 (Admissions to youth correction facilities) , are released from a youth correction facility:

(a) On any form of transitional leave, work release or program of conditional or supervised release authorized by law; or

(b) On post-prison supervision.

(3) The authority may provide the reentry support and services to an offender described in subsection (2) of this section until the earlier of the following dates:

(a) The date on which the offender attains 25 years of age; or

(b) The date on which the offender completes the sentence for the offense for which the offender was transferred to the physical custody of the authority under ORS 137.124 (Commitment of defendant to Department of Corrections or county) and 420.011 (Admissions to youth correction facilities) .

(4) The authority, in collaboration with county community corrections agencies and the Department of Corrections, shall adopt rules to carry out the provisions of this section. [2017 c.79 §1]

Note: 420A.130 (Reentry support and services) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 420A or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 420A.130 — Reentry support and services; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors420A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.352 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.352
417.352 Department to compile lists of providers
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Human Services, directly or through its contracting agencies, shall compile and maintain lists of providers who are qualified to provide home and community-based services to children in each community. The department, or its contracting agencies, shall make the list of local providers available to residents in each community.

(2) The department or its contracting agencies shall assist a parent in obtaining home and community-based services for the parent’s child if:

(a) The parent resides in Oregon;

(b) The parent has a child who does not reside in Oregon but who visits the parent in Oregon for at least six weeks each year; and

(c) The child qualifies for home and community-based services under 42 U.S.C. 1396n(c) or (k) in the child’s state of residence.

(3) The assistance provided under subsection (2) of this section includes:

(a) Providing the parent with the list of local providers;

(b) Contacting the state Medicaid agency in the child’s state of residence to facilitate payment for the home and community-based services; and

(c) Assisting the parent in providing any documentation required by the child’s state of residence. [2015 c.393 §1]

Source: Section 417.352 — Department to compile lists of providers; assistance to parents in obtaining services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.842 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.842
419B.842 When arrest warrant authorized
Status: in_force

(1) No person required to appear as provided in ORS 419B.812 (Issuance of summons) to 419B.839 (Required and discretionary summons) shall without reasonable cause fail to appear or, where directed in the summons, to bring the child before the court.

(2) If the summons cannot be served, if the person to whom the summons is directed fails to obey it or if it appears to the court that the summons will be ineffectual, the court may direct issuance of a warrant of arrest against the person summoned or against the child. [Formerly 419B.282]

Source: Section 419B.842 — When arrest warrant authorized , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.351 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.351
417.351 Regional family support networks
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to the family support services and goods provided under ORS 417.340 (Definitions for ORS 417.340 to 417.349) to 417.348 (Eligibility requirements) and 417.349 (Department of Human Services to provide family support services) , the Department of Human Services shall establish and maintain regional family support networks to provide peer-delivered supports for families of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

(2) The department shall make the services provided through regional family support networks under this section available to families of individuals who are currently receiving or at risk of requiring developmental disability services, as defined in ORS 427.101 (Definitions for ORS 427.115, 427.121, 427.154, 427.215, 430.662 and 430.664) .

(3) Notwithstanding ORS 430.662 (Duties of Department of Human Services to provide or to contract for provision of community developmental disabilities services) , the department may contract directly with community organizations for the provision of regional family support network services. [2023 c.207 §1]

Source: Section 417.351 — Regional family support networks , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.080 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.080
410.080 Department as single state agency for specified federal programs
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Human Services is the designated single state agency for all federal programs under ORS 409.010 (Department of Human Services) and 410.040 (Definitions for ORS 410.040 to 410.300, 410.320 and 410.619) to 410.300 (Transfer of state employees to type B agency) except that the Oregon Health Authority is the single state agency responsible for supervising the administration of all programs funded by Title XIX or Title XXI of the Social Security Act as provided in ORS 413.032 (Establishment of Oregon Health Authority) (1)(i).

(2) Except as provided in ORS 410.070 (Duties of Department of Human Services) (2)(d) and 410.100 (When department to administer area agency programs) , the administration of services to clients under ORS 410.040 (Definitions for ORS 410.040 to 410.300, 410.320 and 410.619) to 410.300 (Transfer of state employees to type B agency) shall be through area agencies, and shall comply with all applicable federal regulations. [1981 c.784 §7; 2001 c.900 §246; 2005 c.22 §273; 2011 c.720 §84; 2013 c.681 §43]

Source: Section 410.080 — Department as single state agency for specified federal programs; authority as single state agency for Title XIX and Title XXI programs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 423.093 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 423 / Section 423.093
423.093 Reimbursement of expenses from prisoner
Status: in_force

Neither the Department of Corrections nor any city or county may seek reimbursement for expenses incurred in safekeeping and maintaining prisoners through a counterclaim or request for setoff in an action by a person against the department or the county or city. [2001 c.641 §4]

Source: Section 423.093 — Reimbursement of expenses from prisoner; limitation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors423.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.902 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.902
419B.902 Service of subpoena
Status: in_force

(1) A subpoena may be served by the party or any other person 18 years of age or older. Except as provided in subsections (2), (3) and (4) of this section, the service must be made by delivering a copy to the witness personally. The service must be made so as to allow the witness a reasonable time for preparation and travel to the place of attendance. If the subpoena is not accompanied by a command to appear at trial, hearing or deposition under ORS 419B.884 (Depositions) , whether the subpoena is served personally or by mail, copies of a subpoena commanding production and inspection of books, papers, documents or other tangible things before trial must be served on each party at least seven days before the subpoena is served on the person required to produce and permit inspection, unless the court orders a shorter period.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A law enforcement agency shall designate an individual upon whom service of a subpoena may be made. A designated individual must be available during normal business hours. In the absence of a designated individual, service of a subpoena under paragraph (b) of this subsection may be made upon the officer in charge of the law enforcement agency.

(b) If a peace officer’s attendance at trial is required as a result of employment as a peace officer, a subpoena may be served on the officer by delivering a copy personally to the officer or to an individual designated by the agency that employs the officer no later than 10 days prior to the date attendance is sought. A subpoena may be served in this manner only if the officer is currently employed as a peace officer and is present within the state at the time of service.

(c) When a subpoena has been served as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection, the law enforcement agency shall make a good faith effort to give actual notice to the officer whose attendance is sought of the date, time and location of the court appearance. If the officer cannot be notified, the law enforcement agency shall promptly notify the court and a postponement or continuance may be granted to allow the officer to be personally served.

(d) As used in this subsection, “law enforcement agency” means the Oregon State Police, a county sheriff’s department, a municipal police department, a police department established by a university under ORS 352.121 (University police departments and officers) or 353.125 (Creation of police department and commission of police officers) or, if the witness whose attendance at trial is required is an authorized tribal police officer as defined in ORS 181A.940 (Definitions for ORS 181A.940 to 181A.946) , a tribal government as defined in ORS 181A.940 (Definitions for ORS 181A.940 to 181A.946) .

(3) Under the following circumstances, service of a subpoena to a witness by mail has the same legal force and effect as personal service:

(a) The attorney mailing the subpoena certifies in connection with or upon the return of service that the attorney, or the attorney’s agent, has had personal or telephone contact with the witness and the witness indicated a willingness to appear at trial if subpoenaed; or

(b) The subpoena was mailed to the witness more than five days before trial by certified mail or some other designation of mail that provides a receipt for the mail signed by the recipient and the attorney received a return receipt signed by the witness prior to trial.

(4) Service of subpoena by mail may be used for a subpoena commanding production of books, papers, documents or other tangible things that is not accompanied by a command to appear at trial or hearing or at a deposition under ORS 419B.884 (Depositions) .

(5) Proof of service of a subpoena is made in the same manner as proof of service of a summons except that the server is not required to certify that the server is not a party in the action or an attorney for a party in the action. [2001 c.622 §28; 2003 c.14 §230; 2011 c.644 §§30,68,75; 2013 c.180 §§41,42; 2015 c.174 §21]

Source: Section 419B.902 — Service of subpoena , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.192 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.192
419B.192 Placement of child or ward
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Caregiver relationship” has the meaning given that term in ORS 419B.116 (Intervention) .

(b) “Placement” includes adoptive placement of a child or ward, selection of a guardian for a child or ward or placement or continuation of placement of a child or ward in substitute care.

(2) If the court finds that a child or ward is in need of placement, there shall be a preference given to placement of the child or ward with relatives, with current caretakers and with persons who have a caregiver relationship with the child or ward. The Department of Human Services shall make diligent efforts to place the child or ward with such persons and shall report to the court the efforts made by the department to effectuate that placement.

(3) If a child or ward in need of placement has a sibling also in need of placement, the department shall make diligent efforts to place the siblings together and shall report to the court the efforts made by the department to carry out the placement, unless the court finds that placement of the siblings together is not in the best interests of the child or the ward or the child’s or the ward’s sibling.

(4) In attempting to place the child or ward pursuant to subsections (2) and (3) of this section, the department shall consider the following:

(a) The ability of the person being considered to provide safety for the child or ward, including a willingness to cooperate with any restrictions placed on contact between the child or ward and others, and to prevent anyone from influencing the child or ward in regard to the allegations of the case;

(b) The ability of the person being considered to support the efforts of the department to implement the permanent plan for the child or ward;

(c) The ability of the person being considered to meet the child or ward’s physical, emotional and educational needs, including the child or ward’s need to continue in the same school or educational placement;

(d) The ability of the person being considered to maintain safe, long-term contact with siblings, relatives and caregivers known to the child or ward and others with whom the child or ward has developed an emotional attachment;

(e) Which person has the closest existing personal relationship with the child or ward if more than one person requests to have the child or ward placed with them pursuant to this section; and

(f) The ability of the person being considered to provide a placement for the child’s or ward’s sibling who is also in need of placement or continuation in substitute care.

(5) When the court is required to make findings regarding the department’s diligent efforts to place a child or ward with relatives, current caretakers or persons with a caregiver relationship under subsection (2) of this section, and the court determines that, contrary to the placement decision of the department, placement with a relative, current caretaker or caregiver is not in the best interest of the child or ward under ORS 419B.349 (Court authority to review placement or proposed placement) , the court shall make written findings setting forth the reasons why the court finds that placement of the child or ward with an available relative, current caretaker or caregiver is not in the best interest of the child.

(6) Notwithstanding subsections (2) to (5) of this section, in cases where there is reason to know, as described in ORS 419B.636 (Inquiry to determine whether child is Indian child) , the child or ward is an Indian child, the department shall make diligent efforts to place the child or ward according to the placement preferences described in ORS 419B.654 (Placement preferences) .

(7) The department may not move a child or ward who is in substitute care for the sole purpose of preventing the establishment of a caregiver relationship or a current caretaker relationship. [1997 c.479 §4; 1999 c.569 §9; 2003 c.396 §43; 2005 c.449 §1; 2005 c.521 §2; 2007 c.806 §5; 2009 c.565 §1; 2020 s.s.1 c.14 §32; 2023 c.291 §4]

Source: Section 419B.192 — Placement of child or ward; preference given to relatives and caregivers; written findings of court required , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.171 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.171
413.171 Sharing of data with Department of Human Services
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall adopt and enforce rules governing the custody, use and preservation of the records, papers, files and communications of the authority in accordance with applicable privacy laws. The use of the records, papers, files and communications is limited to the purposes for which they are furnished and by the provisions of law under which they may be furnished.

(2) The records, papers, files and communications of the authority may be maintained in a single or combined data system accessible to the authority and to the Department of Human Services for the administration of programs and the coordination of functions shared by the authority and the department. [2011 c.720 §48]

Note: See note under 413.161 (Collection of data on race, ethnicity, language, disability status, sexual orientation and gender identity) .

Source: Section 413.171 — Sharing of data with Department of Human Services; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.611 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.611
414.611 Transfer of 500 or more members of coordinated care organization
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority may approve the transfer of 500 or more members from one coordinated care organization to another coordinated care organization if:

(a) The members’ provider has contracted with the receiving organization and has stopped accepting patients from or has terminated providing services to members of the transferring organization; and

(b) Members are offered the choice of remaining members of the transferring organization.

(2) Members may not be transferred under this section until the authority has evaluated the receiving organization and determined that the organization meets criteria established by the authority by rule, including but not limited to criteria that ensure that the organization meets the requirements of ORS 414.609 (Network adequacy) (1).

(3) The authority shall provide notice of a transfer under this section to members that will be affected by the transfer at least 90 days before the scheduled date of the transfer.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The authority may not approve the transfer of members under this section if:

(A) The transfer results from the termination of a provider’s contract with a coordinated care organization for just cause; and

(B) The coordinated care organization has notified the authority that the provider’s contract was terminated for just cause.

(b) A provider is entitled to a contested case hearing in accordance with ORS chapter 183, on an expedited basis, to dispute the denial of a transfer of members under this subsection.

(c) As used in this subsection, “just cause” means that the contract was terminated for reasons related to quality of care, competency, fraud or other similar reasons prescribed by the authority by rule.

(5) The provider and the organization shall be the parties to any contested case proceeding to determine whether the provider’s contract was terminated for just cause. The authority may award attorney fees and costs to the party prevailing in the proceeding, applying the factors in ORS 20.075 (Factors to be considered by court in awarding attorney fees) . [Formerly 414.647]

Source: Section 414.611 — Transfer of 500 or more members of coordinated care organization , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.093 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.093
411.093 Treatment of public assistance applicants and recipients
Status: in_force

(1) All applicants for and recipients of public assistance shall be treated in a courteous, fair and dignified manner by Department of Human Services personnel.

(2) Any applicant or recipient who alleges discourteous, unfair or undignified treatment by department personnel or alleges that incorrect or inadequate information regarding public assistance programs has been provided by department personnel may file a grievance with the department. The department shall publicize the grievance system in each local office.

(3) The grievance shall be discussed first with the supervisor of the employee against whom the grievance is filed. If the grievance is not resolved, the applicant or recipient may discuss the grievance with the local office manager.

(4) The department shall compile a monthly report summarizing each grievance filed against department personnel and the action taken. The report shall identify each grievance by local office and indicate the number of grievances filed against individual employees. The report shall protect the anonymity of department personnel. The report shall be presented to the Family Services Review Commission and to all county public welfare boards. [Formerly 411.977]

Note: See note under 411.089 (Receipts for documents supplied by applicants for and recipients of public assistance or medical assistance) .

Source: Section 411.093 — Treatment of public assistance applicants and recipients; grievance procedure , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.622 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.622
419B.622 Domicile
Status: in_force

For purposes of ORS 419B.600 (Policy on Indian child welfare) to 419B.654 (Placement preferences) :

(1) A person’s domicile is the place the person regards as home, where the person intends to remain or to which, if absent, the person intends to return.

(2) An Indian child’s domicile is, in order of priority, the domicile of:

(a) The Indian child’s parents or, if the Indian child’s parents do not have the same domicile, the Indian child’s parent who has physical custody of the Indian child;

(b) The Indian child’s Indian custodian; or

(c) The Indian child’s guardian. [2020 s.s.1 c.14 §6]

Note: See note under 419B.600 (Policy on Indian child welfare) .

Source: Section 419B.622 — Domicile , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.599 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.599
413.599 Rules
Status: in_force

In accordance with applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the Pain Management Commission may adopt rules necessary to implement ORS 413.570 (Pain Management Commission) to 413.599 (Rules) . [Formerly 409.570]

Note: See note under 413.570 (Pain Management Commission) .

Source: Section 413.599 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.273 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.273
413.273 Palliative care for patients and residents of hospitals, long term care facilities and residential care facilities
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section and ORS 413.270 (Advisory council) and 413.271 (Palliative care information and resources) :

(a) “Appropriate” means consistent with applicable legal, health and professional standards, a patient’s clinical and other circumstances, and the patient’s known wishes and beliefs.

(b) “Health facility” includes:

(A) Hospitals and long term care facilities licensed under ORS 441.025 (License issuance) ; and

(B) Residential facilities licensed under ORS 443.415 (License applications) .

(c) “Medical care” means professional services for a patient that are provided, requested or supervised by a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

(d) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) “Palliative care” means patient-centered and family-centered medical care that optimizes a patient’s quality of life by anticipating, preventing and treating the suffering caused by serious illness and involves addressing the patient’s physical, social and spiritual needs and facilitating the patient’s autonomy, access to information and choice.

(B) “Palliative care” includes, but is not limited to:

(i) Discussing a patient’s goals for treatment;

(ii) Discussing the treatment options that are appropriate for the patient; and

(iii) Comprehensive pain and symptom management.

(e) “Serious illness” means any illness, physical injury or condition that substantially impairs a patient’s quality of life for more than a short period of time.

(2) A health facility shall:

(a) Establish a system for identifying patients or residents who could benefit from palliative care;

(b) Provide information to patients, residents and their families about palliative care; and

(c) Coordinate with a patient’s or resident’s primary care provider, if practicable, to facilitate the access of patients and residents with serious illnesses to appropriate palliative care. [2015 c.789 §5]

Note: See note under 413.270 (Advisory council) .

Source: Section 413.273 — Palliative care for patients and residents of hospitals, long term care facilities and residential care facilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.926 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.926
419B.926 Stay of order or judgment pending appeal
Status: in_force

(1) On its own motion or on the motion of a party, the court may stay the effect of any order or judgment made by it pending appeal as provided in ORS 19.335 (Stay by filing of supersedeas undertaking) , 19.340 (Waiver of supersedeas undertaking) and 19.350 (Discretionary stay by court) or other provision of law.

(2) This section does not limit the right of a party to a stay otherwise provided for by law. [2001 c.622 §34]

Source: Section 419B.926 — Stay of order or judgment pending appeal , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.010 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.010
419B.010 Duty of officials to report child abuse
Status: in_force

(1) Any public or private official having reasonable cause to believe that any child with whom the official comes in contact has suffered abuse or that any person with whom the official comes in contact has abused a child shall immediately report or cause a report to be made in the manner required in ORS 419B.015 (Report form and content) . Nothing contained in ORS 40.225 (Rule 503. Law practitioner-client privilege) to 40.295 (Rule 514. Effect on existing privileges) or 419B.234 (Qualifications) (6) affects the duty to report imposed by this section, except that a psychiatrist, psychologist, member of the clergy, attorney or guardian ad litem appointed under ORS 419B.231 (Appointment) is not required to report such information communicated by a person if the communication is privileged under ORS 40.225 (Rule 503. Law practitioner-client privilege) to 40.295 (Rule 514. Effect on existing privileges) or 419B.234 (Qualifications) (6). An attorney is not required to make a report under this section by reason of information communicated to the attorney in the course of representing a client if disclosure of the information would be detrimental to the client.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, a report need not be made under this section if the public or private official acquires information relating to abuse by reason of a report made under this section, or by reason of a proceeding arising out of a report made under this section, and the public or private official reasonably believes that the information is already known by a law enforcement agency or the Department of Human Services.

(3) The duty to report under this section is personal to the public or private official alone, regardless of whether the official is employed by, a volunteer of or a representative or agent for any type of entity or organization that employs persons or uses persons as volunteers who are public or private officials in its operations.

(4) The duty to report under this section exists regardless of whether the entity or organization that employs the public or private official or uses the official as a volunteer has its own procedures or policies for reporting abuse internally within the entity or organization.

(5) A person who violates subsection (1) of this section commits a Class A violation. Prosecution under this subsection shall be commenced at any time within 18 months after commission of the offense. [1993 c.546 §14; 1999 c.1051 §180; 2001 c.104 §149; 2001 c.904 §15; 2005 c.450 §7; 2012 c.92 §11]

Source: Section 419B.010 — Duty of officials to report child abuse; exceptions; penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.256 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.256
413.256 Regional health equity coalitions
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Communities of color” means members of racial or ethnic communities as prescribed by the Oregon Health Authority by rule.

(b) “Community-led” means based on a set of core principles that, at a minimum, engages the people living in a geographic community to establish goals and priorities, using local residents as leaders, building on strengths rather than focusing on problems and involving cross-sector collaboration that is intentional and adaptable and works to achieve systemic change.

(c) “Cross-sector” means involving individuals, public and private institutions and communities working together to address the social determinants of health and equity.

(d) “Culturally specific” means led by individuals from the community served, using language, structures and settings familiar to the members of the community.

(e) “Regional health equity coalition” means an autonomous, community-led, cross-sector group that:

(A) Is focused on addressing, at the policy, system and environmental levels, health inequities experienced by priority populations, with the leading priority being communities of color;

(B) Is completely independent of coordinated care organizations and public bodies as defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) ;

(C) Is supported by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Oregon or one of the following community-based nonprofit entities:

(i) A culturally specific organization;

(ii) A social service provider;

(iii) An organization that provides health care;

(iv) An organization that conducts public health research;

(v) An organization that provides behavioral health treatment;

(vi) A private foundation; or

(vii) A faith-based organization; and

(D) Has a decision-making body that:

(i) Is composed 51 percent or more of individuals who identify as members of communities of color who have experienced health inequities; and

(ii) Prioritizes the recruitment of members who identify as members of communities of color or who work in roles that address health inequities and institutional racism.

(f) “Regional health equity coalition model” means an approach that:

(A) Recognizes the impact of structural, institutional and interpersonal racism on the health and well-being of communities of color and other priority populations;

(B) Meaningfully engages priority populations to lead efforts to address health inequities;

(C) Supports and strengthens leadership development for priority populations; and

(D) Honors the wisdom of members of priority populations by ensuring that policy solutions and system changes build upon the strengths of the priority populations.

(g) “Priority populations” means:

(A) Communities of color;

(B) Oregon’s nine federally recognized Indian tribes, including descendants of the members of Oregon’s nine federally recognized Indian tribes;

(C) Immigrants and refugees;

(D) Migrant and seasonal farmworkers;

(E) Low-income individuals and families;

(F) Persons with disabilities; and

(G) Individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer or who question their sexual or gender identity.

(2) The authority shall work with regional health equity coalitions.

(3) The authority shall ensure that it has adequate staffing to support grantees through ongoing technical assistance, contract administration, program planning and daily operational support. [2021 c.645 §1]

Note: 413.256 (Regional health equity coalitions) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 413 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 413.256 — Regional health equity coalitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.320 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.320
410.320 Governor’s Commission on Senior Services
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The Governor’s Commission on Senior Services is created. The commission shall consist of at least 21 members appointed by the Governor for terms of three years.

(b) Prior to making appointments, the Governor shall request and consider recommendations from the area agencies and other interested senior organizations. The Governor shall designate a member to serve at the pleasure of the Governor as chairperson for a term of two years with such duties as the Governor shall prescribe. The membership of the commission shall be composed of persons broadly representative of major public and private agencies who are experienced in or have demonstrated particular interest in the special needs of elderly persons, including persons who have been active in organizations and advocates on behalf of elderly persons. Additionally, membership shall include persons who are active in advocacy organizations representing the interests of persons with disabilities who are served in programs under the Department of Human Services and consumers of services provided primarily to elderly persons and persons with disabilities under department programs, including low income persons, minorities and persons with disabilities. At least a majority of members shall be 60 years of age or older.

(c) The Governor’s Commission on Senior Services shall advise the Governor and the Director of Human Services on needs of elderly persons, and recommend actions by the Governor, the Department of Human Services, other governmental entities and the private sector, appropriate to meet such needs.

(d) The commission shall have authority to study programs and budgets of all state agencies that affect elderly persons. After such study, the commission shall make recommendations to the Governor and to the agencies involved. Such recommendations shall be designed to provide coordination of programs for elderly persons, to avoid unnecessary duplication in provision of services, and to point out gaps in provision of services. The commission shall also recommend development of a comprehensive plan for delivery of services to elderly persons. In carrying out these tasks, the commission shall coordinate its efforts with other advisory groups within the Department of Human Services to avoid duplication of effort.

(e) The commission shall promote responsible statewide advocacy for elderly persons.

(f) Members of the commission, other than legislators, shall be entitled to compensation and expenses as provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) .

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The LGBTQIA2S+ subcommittee of the Governor’s Commission on Senior Services is established. The intent of the Legislative Assembly in establishing the subcommittee is to:

(A) Work to improve state agency interactions and communication with, and support of, the LGBTQIA2S+ community; and

(B) Create advocacy opportunities for, and support equity for, LGBTQIA2S+ older adults throughout state government.

(b) The purpose of the subcommittee is to advise the Governor and the director or the director’s designee on the needs of LGBTQIA2S+ older adults and on how to improve the delivery of services to meet the needs of LGBTQIA2S+ older adults.

(c) The Governor shall appoint nine members to the subcommittee after requesting and considering recommendations from the department, area agencies and organizations that serve or represent the LGBTQIA2S+ community.

(d) At least five members of the subcommittee must be individuals who identify as LGBTQIA2S+, including at least one member who identifies as transgender.

(e) Members appointed to the subcommittee must be supportive of the intent of the Legislative Assembly in establishing the subcommittee.

(f) Members of the subcommittee serve for a term of three years and may be reappointed.

(g) Members of the subcommittee are not entitled to compensation, but at the discretion of the commission may be reimbursed for actual and necessary travel and other expenses reasonably incurred by the members in the performance of the official duties in the amount and manner provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) .

(h) As used in this section, “LGBTQIA2S+” means lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, Two Spirit, nonbinary or other minority gender identity or sexual orientation. [Formerly 184.900; 1983 c.740 §130; 1989 c.224 §79; 1991 c.67 §103; 2001 c.900 §82; 2007 c.70 §175; 2023 c.567 §12]

Note: Section 13, chapter 567, Oregon Laws 2023, provides:

Sec. 13. The Governor shall appoint the members of the LGBTQIA2S+ subcommittee of the Governor’s Commission on Senior Services no later than September 1, 2024. [2023 c.567 §13]

Source: Section 410.320 — Governor’s Commission on Senior Services; LGBTQIA2S+ subcommittee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.010 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.010
410.010 State policy for seniors and people with disabilities
Status: in_force

(1) The Legislative Assembly finds and declares that, in keeping with the traditional concept of the inherent dignity of the individual in our democratic society, the older citizens of this state are entitled to enjoy their later years in health, honor and dignity, and citizens with disabilities are entitled to live lives of maximum freedom and independence.

(2) The Legislative Assembly declares that the policy of this state is to provide and encourage programs necessary to fulfill the commitment stated in subsection (1) of this section and that the purpose of policies stated in this section and ORS 410.020 (Implementation of state policy) is to provide a guide for the establishment and implementation of programs for older citizens and citizens with disabilities in this state. It further declares that the programs shall be initiated, promoted and developed through:

(a) Volunteers and volunteer groups;

(b) Partnership with local governmental agencies;

(c) Coordinated efforts of state agencies;

(d) Coordination and cooperation with federal programs;

(e) Partnership with private health and social service agencies;

(f) A designated state agency that will encourage and work with older citizens and their organizations, that will coordinate state and local programs, that will encourage and monitor federal programs and that will act as an advocate for older Oregon citizens; and

(g) A designated state agency that will encourage and work with citizens with disabilities and their organizations, that will coordinate state and local programs, that will encourage and monitor federal programs and that will act as an advocate for Oregon citizens with disabilities.

(3) The Legislative Assembly declares that it shall be the policy of this state to give special attention to the special concerns of our most frail and vulnerable older citizens. Furthermore, it shall be the policy of this state to support strongly the full development and participation of citizens with disabilities in all aspects of social, political and community life.

(4) Recognizing the diversity in geography, economy and lifestyles in Oregon and the diversity of local senior citizen networks, the Legislative Assembly declares that it is the policy of this state to avoid complete uniformity in planning and administering programs for older citizens and to encourage and emphasize local control to achieve the most effective blend of state and local authority, not precluding the ability of the state to perform its mandated responsibilities for planning and administration. Multipurpose senior centers may be considered as focal points for the delivery of services to older citizens in each community where practicable. Disability services should also be consolidated where possible to provide efficient and convenient delivery of services to citizens with disabilities. [1981 c.191 §1; 1985 c.180 §1; 1989 c.224 §70; 2007 c.70 §163]

Source: Section 410.010 — State policy for seniors and people with disabilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.265 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.265
418.265 Reports
Status: in_force

(1) All child-caring agencies subject to ORS 418.205 (Definitions for ORS 418.205 to 418.327, 418.330, 418.470, 418.475, 418.950 to 418.970 and 418.992 to 418.998) to 418.327 (Licensing of private residential boarding schools) , 418.470 (Authority to pay for shelter-care homes) , 418.475 (Independent residence facilities) or 418.950 (Definitions for ORS 418.950 to 418.970) to 418.970 (ORS 418.950 to 418.970 inapplicable to existing facilities) shall report to the Department of Human Services at such times and with such information as the department prescribes in rules adopted by the department, including but not limited to financial information about the cost to provide care or services for a child.

(2) Information submitted in reports under this section is a public record and open for inspection by any person without order of a court. [Formerly 419.126; 1971 c.401 §21; 1983 c.478 §1; 2016 c.106 §13; 2018 c.40 §3]

Source: Section 418.265 — Reports; audit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.595 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.595
418.595 Placement and referral to program to be considered in reasonable or active efforts determination
Status: in_force

(1) In considering what constitutes reasonable or active efforts or whether reasonable or active efforts have been made under ORS 419B.185 (Evidentiary hearing) , 419B.337 (Commitment to custody of Department of Human Services) , 419B.340 (Reasonable or active efforts determination) , 419B.470 (Permanency hearing) , 419B.476 (Conduct of hearing) , 419B.498 (Termination of parental rights) , 419B.645 (Active efforts) or 419C.173 (Evidentiary hearing) , the Department of Human Services and the juvenile court shall consider whether placement of a child and referral of a child and the child’s family to a Strengthening, Preserving and Reunifying Families program is or was in the child’s best interests and the action most likely to prevent or eliminate the need for removal of the child from the child’s home or the action most likely to make it possible for the child to safely return home.

(2) If the department or juvenile court determines that placement of the child and referral of the child and the child’s family to a program would not prevent or eliminate the need for removal of the child from the child’s home or be the action most likely to make it possible for the child to safely return home, the department shall, in any description or documentation of its reasonable or active efforts, include a written explanation of the reasons why the department did not believe the placement of the child and referral of the child and the child’s family to the program was in the child’s best interests and the course most likely to prevent placement or effect the return of the child to the child’s family. [2011 c.568 §7; 2020 s.s.1 c.14 §55]

Source: Section 418.595 — Placement and referral to program to be considered in reasonable or active efforts determination; written explanation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.675 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.675
411.675 Submitting wrongful claim for payment of public assistance or medical assistance
Status: in_force

A person may not obtain or attempt to obtain, for personal benefit or the benefit of another person, a payment for furnishing any need to or for the benefit of a public assistance or medical assistance recipient by knowingly:

(1) Submitting or causing to be submitted to the Department of Human Services or the Oregon Health Authority a false claim for payment;

(2) Submitting or causing to be submitted to the department or the authority a claim for payment that already has been submitted for payment unless the claim is clearly labeled as a duplicate;

(3) Submitting or causing to be submitted to the department or the authority a claim for payment that is a claim that already has been paid by any source unless clearly labeled as already paid; or

(4) Accepting a payment from the department or the authority for the costs of items or services that have not been provided to or for the benefit of a public assistance or medical assistance recipient. [1983 c.609 §3; 2011 c.720 §121; 2013 c.688 §56]

Source: Section 411.675 — Submitting wrongful claim for payment of public assistance or medical assistance , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.792 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.792
418.792 Application contents for children’s advocacy center
Status: in_force

Each application for funds to establish and maintain a children’s advocacy center shall include:

(1) Evidence indicating that the applicant has at least one medical practitioner trained in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of child abuse and neglect.

(2) A commitment by the medical practitioner:

(a) To attend annual continuing education courses regarding evaluation and diagnosis of child abuse and neglect; and

(b) To refer complex cases, as defined by the Advisory Council on Child Abuse Assessment by rule, to a regional children’s advocacy center.

(3) Evidence indicating the proposed children’s advocacy center has access to special equipment used in the evaluation of child abuse.

(4) A description of where the children’s advocacy center is to be located, including but not limited to a hospital, medical clinic or other appropriate public or private agency. However, the proposed center may not be located in an office of the Department of Human Services or in the office of any law enforcement agency.

(5) The level of support available to the proposed children’s advocacy center through in-kind contributions from the community.

(6) A description of procedures to be followed by the proposed children’s advocacy center, including the availability of personnel from the children’s advocacy center to testify in cases involving alleged abuse of children evaluated by the center. [1991 c.898 §7; 1997 c.130 §10; 1997 c.872 §38; 2005 c.562 §14; 2019 c.141 §20]

Note: See note under 418.746 (Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Intervention Account) .

Source: Section 418.792 — Application contents for children’s advocacy center , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.406 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.406
419B.406 Assignment of support order to state
Status: in_force

When a child or ward is in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services and the child or ward is the beneficiary of an order of support in a judgment of dissolution or other order and the department is required to provide financial assistance for the care and support of the child or ward, the state is assignee of and subrogated to the child or ward’s proportionate share of the support obligation including sums that have accrued whether or not the support order or judgment provides for separate monthly amounts for the support of each of two or more children or wards or a single monthly gross payment for the benefit of two or more children or wards, up to the amount of assistance provided by the department. The assignment shall be as provided in ORS 412.024 (Assignment of support rights) . [1993 c.33 §124; 1999 c.80 §76; 2003 c.73 §67; 2003 c.396 §72; 2003 c.572 §18; 2003 c.576 §448]

Source: Section 419B.406 — Assignment of support order to state , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.606 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.606
418.606 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 418.606 (Definitions) to 418.608 (Oregon Foster Children’s Sibling Bill of Rights) :

(1) “Foster child” means a child who is in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services pursuant to the provisions of ORS chapter 418 or 419B and who is placed in substitute care, including but not limited to care with a foster parent or a child-caring agency as defined in ORS 418.205 (Definitions for ORS 418.205 to 418.327, 418.330, 418.470, 418.475, 418.950 to 418.970 and 418.992 to 418.998) .

(2) “Sibling” has the meaning given that term in ORS 419A.004 (Definitions) . [2017 c.36 §1]

Note: 418.606 (Definitions) to 418.609 (Applicability of Indian Child Welfare Act) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 418 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 418.606 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 420.815 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 420 / Section 420.815
420.815 Placement agreements with persons or families
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of Human Services or the authorized representative of the director may enter into agreements with persons or families found suitable for the placement of children in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services.

(2) The agreement shall provide for the custody, care, education, maintenance and earnings of the child placed for a time fixed in the agreement but not to exceed the time when the child reaches the age of 21 years.

(3) The agreement shall be signed by the person assuming the foster care and by the director or the authorized representative of the director.

(4) If the agreement provides for payments to the person assuming the foster care, the department shall make these payments. [1953 c.153 §2; 1957 c.77 §1; 1959 c.311 §1; 1965 c.616 §45; 1971 c.84 §2]

Source: Section 420.815 — Placement agreements with persons or families , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors420.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.221 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.221
414.221 Duties of committee
Status: in_force

The Medicaid Advisory Committee shall advise the Director of the Oregon Health Authority and the Director of Human Services on:

(1) Medical care, including mental health and alcohol and drug treatment and remedial care to be provided under ORS chapter 414; and

(2) The operation and administration of programs provided under ORS chapter 414. [1995 c.727 §44; 2003 c.784 §7; 2007 c.697 §16; 2009 c.595 §288; 2011 c.720 §133]

Note: See note under 414.211 (Medicaid Advisory Committee) .

Source: Section 414.221 — Duties of committee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.201 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.201
419B.201 Compensation for court-appointed counsel for child or ward under ORS 135.055
Status: in_force

When the court appoints counsel for the child or ward and the child or ward is determined to be entitled to, and financially eligible for, appointment of counsel at state expense, and the parent or guardian is without sufficient financial means to employ counsel, the compensation for counsel and reasonable fees and expenses of investigation, preparation and presentation paid or incurred shall be determined and paid as provided in ORS 135.055 (Compensation and expenses of appointed counsel) . [1993 c.33 §74; 2001 c.962 §45; 2003 c.396 §§48,49; 2003 c.449 §30]

Source: Section 419B.201 — Compensation for court-appointed counsel for child or ward under ORS 135.055 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 421.344 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 421 / Section 421.344
421.344 Creation of Oregon Corrections Enterprises as semi-independent agency
Status: in_force

There is established Oregon Corrections Enterprises, a semi-independent agency. The Director of the Department of Corrections shall assign or appoint an administrator who shall serve at the pleasure of the director. The administrator shall have authority to do all things necessary and convenient to carry out ORS 192.355 (Public records exempt from disclosure) , 421.305 (Establishment of industries in institutions) , 421.312 (Contracts with federal government for producing goods or furnishing services of adults in custody during national emergency authorized) , 421.344 (Creation of Oregon Corrections Enterprises as semi-independent agency) to 421.367 (Report to Governor and Legislative Assembly) , 421.412 (Use of labor of adults in custody in acquisition of crops to be consumed in state institutions) , 421.442 (Creation of accounts and subaccounts relating to prison work and on-the-job training programs) , 421.444 (Intellectual property) and 421.445 (Supervision of adults in custody in Department of Corrections or Oregon Corrections Enterprises program) . [1999 c.955 §3]

Source: Section 421.344 — Creation of Oregon Corrections Enterprises as semi-independent agency; administrator , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors421.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.470 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.470
419B.470 Permanency hearing
Status: in_force

(1) The court shall conduct a permanency hearing within 30 days after a judicial finding is made under ORS 419B.340 (Reasonable or active efforts determination) (5) if, based upon that judicial finding, the Department of Human Services determines that it will not make reasonable efforts to reunify the family.

(2) In all other cases when a child or ward is in substitute care, the court shall conduct a permanency hearing no later than 12 months after the ward was found within the jurisdiction of the court under ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) or 14 months after the child or ward was placed in substitute care, whichever is the earlier.

(3) If a ward is removed from court sanctioned permanent foster care, the department shall request and the court shall conduct a permanency hearing within three months after the date of the change in placement.

(4) If a ward has been surrendered for adoption or the parents’ rights have been terminated and the department has not physically placed the ward for adoption or initiated adoption proceedings within six months after the surrender or entry of an order terminating parental rights, the court shall conduct a permanency hearing within 30 days after receipt of the report required by ORS 419B.440 (Circumstances requiring reports) (1)(b)(B).

(5) If an order is entered reinstating parental rights under ORS 109.383 (Notice of vacated judgment of adoption of Indian child or termination of adoptive parent’s parental rights to Indian child) or 419B.532 (Reinstatement of parental rights) , the court shall conduct a permanency hearing within 60 days after entry of the order.

(6) Unless good cause otherwise is shown, the court shall also conduct a permanency hearing at any time upon the request of the department, an agency directly responsible for care or placement of the child or ward, parents whose parental rights have not been terminated, an attorney for the child or ward, a court appointed special advocate, a citizen review board, a tribal court or upon its own motion. The court shall schedule the hearing as soon as possible after receiving a request.

(7) After the initial permanency hearing conducted under subsection (1) or (2) of this section or any permanency hearing conducted under subsections (3) to (6) of this section, the court shall conduct subsequent permanency hearings not less frequently than once every 12 months for as long as the child or ward remains in substitute care.

(8) After the permanency hearing conducted under subsection (4) of this section, the court shall conduct subsequent permanency hearings at least every six months for as long as the ward is not physically placed for adoption or adoption proceedings have not been initiated.

(9) If a child returns to substitute care after a court’s previously established jurisdiction over the child has been dismissed or terminated, a permanency hearing shall be conducted no later than 12 months after the child is found within the jurisdiction of the court on a newly filed petition or 14 months after the child’s most recent placement in substitute care, whichever is the earlier. [1993 c.33 §135; 1993 c.546 §127; 1999 c.859 §14; 2001 c.686 §7; 2003 c.396 §79; 2007 c.806 §10; 2015 c.795 §11; 2018 c.89 §3; 2021 c.398 §34]

Source: Section 419B.470 — Permanency hearing; schedule , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.955 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.955
418.955 Policy
Status: in_force

The Legislative Assembly finds and declares that:

(1) It is the policy of this state to encourage and promote the provision of local residential care for the disadvantaged children of this state;

(2) There is a growing need for community-based child-caring facilities to provide quality care and protect the welfare of these children;

(3) Restrictions on the siting of such facilities have become a problem in the state;

(4) It is the policy of this state to provide for the equitable distribution of child-caring facilities throughout the cities and counties of the state; and

(5) It is a matter of statewide concern that procedures be adopted by cities and counties for determining the siting of child-caring facilities. [1979 c.597 §1]

Source: Section 418.955 — Policy , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 420.230 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 420 / Section 420.230
420.230 Contracts with public agencies
Status: in_force

The Director of the Oregon Youth Authority may enter into contracts with any public agency cooperating or willing to cooperate in the camp program to carry into effect the purposes of ORS 420.210 (Establishing work and training camps for adjudicated youths) to 420.235 (Return of rule violator or bad security risk to more secure youth correction facility) , providing among other things for the type of work to be performed by adjudicated youths at any camp, for rate of payment and other matters relating to the maintenance and training of the adjudicated youths while at a camp. [1953 c.154 §5; 1963 c.256 §7; 1969 c.597 §131; 1971 c.401 §106; 1995 c.422 §107; 2001 c.295 §5; 2021 c.489 §124]

Source: Section 420.230 — Contracts with public agencies , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors420.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.748 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.748
418.748 Statewide team on child abuse and suicide
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority, in collaboration with the Department of Human Services, shall form a statewide interdisciplinary team to meet twice a year to review child fatality cases where child abuse or suicide is suspected, identify trends, make recommendations and take actions involving statewide issues.

(2) The statewide interdisciplinary team may recommend specific cases to a child fatality review team for its review under ORS 418.785 (Child fatality review teams) .

(3) The statewide interdisciplinary team shall provide recommendations to child fatality review teams in the development of protocols. The recommendations shall address investigation, training, case selection and fatality review of child deaths, including but not limited to child abuse and youth suicide cases. [1989 c.998 §5; 1991 c.451 §4; 1997 c.714 §2; 2005 c.562 §7; 2013 c.14 §8]

Note: See note under 418.746 (Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Intervention Account) .

Source: Section 418.748 — Statewide team on child abuse and suicide , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419a.245 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419a / Section 419a.245
419A.245 Use of restraints during transport
Status: in_force

(1) During the transportation of a youth, adjudicated youth, young person, ward or child by the Department of Human Services, the Oregon Health Authority or an agent of the department or authority:

(a) Instruments of physical restraint, such as handcuffs, chains, irons, straitjackets, cloth restraints, leather restraints, plastic restraints and other similar items, may not be used unless:

(A) The transportation is secure transportation to a detention facility, youth correction facility, as defined in ORS 420.005 (Definitions) , secure hospital, secure intensive community inpatient facility or other secure facility; or

(B) Restraints are necessary due to an immediate and serious risk of dangerous or disruptive behavior and there are no less restrictive alternatives that will alleviate the immediate and serious risk of dangerous or disruptive behavior.

(b) Prior to the use of restraints during transportation, a transportation safety plan, including documentation of the need for restraints, must be created. The transportation safety plan must address intervention strategies designed to modify behavior without the use of restraints and recommend the least restrictive effective alternative.

(c) Only staff who have been adequately trained in restraint device usage may use and apply restraints during transportation.

(d) Restraints during transportation may not be used as punishment, for convenience or as a substitute for staff supervision.

(2) This section applies to all circumstances of transportation of a ward or child by the Department of Human Services, the Oregon Health Authority or an agent of the department or authority, including but not limited to transportation between placements with child-caring agencies, foster homes, shelter care facilities, treatment and residential facilities or any other type of placement destination for a ward or child in the custody of the Department of Human Services. [2017 c.257 §3; 2019 c.382 §6; 2021 c.489 §49]

Source: Section 419A.245 — Use of restraints during transport , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.382 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.382
419C.382 Duties of Oregon Health Authority
Status: repealed

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall:

(a) Develop training standards for psychiatrists, licensed psychologists and regulated social workers conducting evaluations under ORS 419C.380 (Evaluation) ;

(b) Develop guidelines for the conduct of evaluations; and

(c) Provide courts with a current list of qualified evaluators from which an evaluator may be selected. Neither the parties nor the court is required to choose an evaluator from the list provided by the authority, provided that the evaluator chosen is otherwise qualified.

(2) The authority shall adopt rules necessary to implement this section. [2013 c.709 §3]

Note: See note under 419C.378 (Motion for finding that youth is unfit to proceed) .

419C.384 [2013 c.709 §4; repealed by 2017 c.558 §2]

(Report, Hearing and Findings)

Source: Section 419C.382 — Duties of Oregon Health Authority; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.702 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.702
418.702 Training and continuing education for mandatory reporters
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Human Services shall implement a training and continuing education curriculum for persons other than law enforcement officers required by law to investigate allegations of child abuse. The curriculum shall address the areas of training and education necessary to facilitate the skills necessary to investigate reports of child abuse and shall include but not be limited to:

(a) Assessment of risk to the child;

(b) Dynamics of child abuse, child sexual abuse and rape of children; and

(c) Legally sound and age appropriate interview and investigatory techniques.

(2) The Oregon State Bar and each board that licenses, certifies or registers public and private officials required to report child abuse under ORS 419B.010 (Duty of officials to report child abuse) shall identify those persons regulated by the board who in their official capacity have regular and on-going contact with children and shall notify those persons every two years of their duty to report child abuse. Such notice shall contain what the person is required to report and where such report shall be made and also advise of the symptoms to look for and provide a contact number for further information.

(3) The department shall develop content of the notice for such a mailing. The cost of distribution shall be paid by the board.

(4) The department shall develop and make available, at cost, training materials that may be used at training conferences and other similar events involving such public and private officials, as defined in ORS 419B.005 (Definitions) . [Formerly 418.749]

Note: 418.702 (Training and continuing education for mandatory reporters) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 418 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 418.702 — Training and continuing education for mandatory reporters; notice to persons required to report child abuse , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.620 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.620
419C.620 Circumstances requiring report
Status: in_force

(1) When required by the court, the Oregon Youth Authority or a private agency having guardianship or legal custody of an adjudicated youth pursuant to court order shall file reports on the adjudicated youth with the juvenile court that entered the original order concerning the adjudicated youth.

(2) A county juvenile department shall file a report with the juvenile court under this section if an adjudicated youth remains under juvenile department care for six consecutive months from the date of initial placement and:

(a) The county juvenile department is a county program, as defined in ORS 418.205 (Definitions for ORS 418.205 to 418.327, 418.330, 418.470, 418.475, 418.950 to 418.970 and 418.992 to 418.998) ;

(b) The county juvenile department is participating in programs related to Title IV-E of the Social Security Act;

(c) The county juvenile department has responsibility for the care and placement of the adjudicated youth; and

(d) The placement is not a detention facility. [1993 c.33 §263; 1999 c.92 §2; 2005 c.159 §5; 2019 c.513 §3; 2021 c.489 §105]

Source: Section 419C.620 — Circumstances requiring report , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.025 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.025
409.025 Definitions for 409.025 and 409.027
Status: in_force

As used in this section and ORS 409.027 (Abuse and neglect reports) :

(1) “Abuse and neglect report” means a report retained by the Department of Human Services in accordance with ORS 124.085 (Catalog of abuse records) , 419B.030 (Central registry of reports) or 430.757 (Reports of abuse to be maintained by Department of Human Services) or a similar report filed in another state.

(2) “Care” means treatment, education, training, instruction, placement services, recreational opportunities or case management, supervision of such services for clients of the department or department administration and support services for clients.

(3) “Subject individual” means a person who is:

(a) Employed or who seeks to be employed by the department to provide care;

(b) A volunteer or who seeks to be a volunteer to provide care on behalf of the department; or

(c) Providing care or who seeks to provide care on behalf of the department or another person. [2007 c.444 §1]

Source: Section 409.025 — Definitions for 409.025 and 409.027 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 413.308 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 413 / Section 413.308
413.308 Duties of council
Status: in_force

The duties of the Health Information Technology Oversight Council are to:

(1) Identify and make specific recommendations related to health information technology to the Oregon Health Policy Board to achieve the goals of the Oregon Integrated and Coordinated Health Care Delivery System established by ORS 414.570 (System established) .

(2) Regularly review and report to the board on the Oregon Health Authority’s health information technology efforts, including the Oregon Health Information Technology program, toward achieving the goals of the Oregon Integrated and Coordinated Health Care Delivery System.

(3) Regularly review and report to the board on the efforts of local, regional and statewide organizations to participate in health information technology systems.

(4) Regularly review and report to the board on this state’s progress in the adoption and use of health information technology by health care providers, health systems, patients and other users.

(5) Advise the board or the Oregon Congressional Delegation on changes to federal laws affecting health information technology that will promote this state’s efforts in utilizing health information technology. [2009 c.595 §1171; 2015 c.243 §6]

Source: Section 413.308 — Duties of council , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors413.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.010 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.010
419C.010 Extradition
Status: in_force

(1) The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to a youth who, while under the age of 18 years, commits an act which is a violation, or which if done by an adult would constitute a violation, of a law or ordinance of this state or any of its political subdivisions, punishable by imprisonment, and thereafter flees from this state.

(2) The youth described in subsection (1) of this section may be proceeded against in the manner provided in ORS 133.743 (Definitions for ORS 133.743 to 133.857) to 133.857 (Payment of agent’s expenses) .

(3) Upon the return of the youth described in subsection (1) of this section to this state by extradition or otherwise, any proceedings against the youth shall be commenced in the same manner as provided in this chapter.

(4) If a youth described in subsection (1) of this section has fled to a state which has adopted the Rendition Amendment to the Interstate Compact for Juveniles, the return of the youth shall be sought in accordance with the provisions of that compact. [1993 c.33 §150; 2019 c.382 §23]

Source: Section 419C.010 — Extradition , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.475 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.475
418.475 Independent residence facilities
Status: in_force

(1) Within the limit of moneys appropriated therefor, the Department of Human Services may establish, license, certify or authorize independent residence facilities for unmarried persons who:

(a) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) Are at least 16 years of age and not older than 20 years of age;

(B) Have been placed in at least one substitute care resource;

(C) Have been determined by the department to possess the skills and level of responsibility required for the transition to adulthood;

(D) Have received permission from the appropriate juvenile court, if they are wards of the court; and

(E) Have been determined by the department to be suitable for an independent living program; or

(b) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) Are at least 16 years of age and not older than 24 years of age;

(B) At any time after attaining 14 years of age experienced homelessness for an aggregate of six months;

(C) While experiencing homelessness as described in subparagraph (B) of this paragraph, received services from an organization contracted by the department to provide services to homeless persons or from a host home, as defined by the department by rule; and

(D) Last received the services described in subparagraph (C) of this paragraph after attaining 16 years of age.

(2) Independent residence facilities shall provide independent housing arrangements with counseling services and minimal supervision available from at least one counselor.

(3) Each resident shall be required to maintain a department approved independent living plan consisting of education, employment or volunteer activities, or a combination thereof, and shall be required to pay a portion or all of the resident’s housing expenses and other support costs. The department may approve an exception to the requirements of this subsection for reasons of temporary loss of employment or of other financial support.

(4) The department may make payment grants directly to persons enrolled in an independent living program who, at a minimum, meet the requirements described in subsection (1)(a)(A) to (C) or (b) of this section for food, shelter, clothing, transportation and incidental expenses. The payment grants shall be subject to an agreement between the person and the department that establishes a budget of expenses.

(5) The department may establish cooperative financial management agreements with a person enrolled in an independent living program and for that purpose may enter into joint bank accounts requiring two signatures for withdrawals. The management agreements or joint accounts may not subject the department or any counselor involved to any liability for debts or other responsibilities of the person.

(6) The department shall make periodic reports to the juvenile court as required by the court regarding any ward of the court who is enrolled in an independent living program.

(7) The enrollment of a person in an independent living program in accordance with the provisions of subsection (1) of this section or making payment grants under subsection (4) of this section does not remove or limit in any way the obligation of the parent of the person to pay support as ordered by a court under the provisions of ORS 419B.400 (Authority to order support) . [1973 c.801 §1; 1977 c.717 §17; 1981 c.283 §1; 1993 c.33 §328; 2003 c.14 §223; 2007 c.71 §108; 2016 c.106 §25; 2017 c.30 §1; 2021 c.59 §1; 2021 c.597 §71; 2022 c.42 §4]

Source: Section 418.475 — Independent residence facilities; extent and nature of agreement between person and department , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.820 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.820
419B.820 Notice to parent contesting petition to establish permanent guardianship or terminate parental rights
Status: in_force

If the parent appears in the manner provided in ORS 419B.819 (Summons for proceeding to establish permanent guardianship or terminate parental rights) (2)(b) or (c) and the parent contests the petition, the court, by written order provided to the parent in person or mailed to the parent at the address provided by the parent or by oral order made on the record, shall:

(1) Inform the parent of the time, place and purpose of the next hearing or hearings related to the petition;

(2) Require the parent to appear personally at the next hearing or hearings related to the petition;

(3) Inform the parent that, if the parent is represented by an attorney, the parent’s attorney may not attend the hearing in place of the parent;

(4) Inform the parent that, if the court has granted the parent an exception in advance under ORS 419B.918 (Manner of appearance) , the parent may appear in any manner permitted by the court under ORS 419B.918 (Manner of appearance) ; and

(5) Inform the parent that, if the parent fails to appear as ordered for any hearing related to the petition, the court, without further notice and in the parent’s absence, may:

(a) Terminate the parent’s rights or, if the petition seeks to establish a permanent guardianship, grant the guardianship petition either on the date specified in the order or on a future date; and

(b) Take any other action that is authorized by law. [2003 c.205 §5; 2007 c.497 §7]

Note: 419B.820 (Notice to parent contesting petition to establish permanent guardianship or terminate parental rights) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 419B by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 419B.820 — Notice to parent contesting petition to establish permanent guardianship or terminate parental rights , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.802 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.802
409.802 Rate of assessment
Status: repealed

(1) On or before June 15 of each year, the Director of Human Services shall establish an assessment rate for long term care facilities that are not exempt for the assessment year from the assessment imposed under ORS 409.801 (Long term care facility assessment) . The assessment rate shall apply prospectively to the assessment year. The assessment rate shall be a rate estimated to collect an amount that does not exceed six percent of the annual gross revenue of all long term care facilities in this state, as determined from the financial statements or revenue reports, prescribed by the director by rule, filed by long term care facilities for the period ending June 30 of the previous year. For purposes of establishing an assessment rate pursuant to this subsection, the director shall exclude the annual gross revenue of long term care facilities that are exempt from the assessment imposed under ORS 409.801 (Long term care facility assessment) .

(2) On or before October 15 of each year, the Department of Human Services shall refund any overage in tax dollars collected under ORS 409.801 (Long term care facility assessment) that exceeds the maximum percentage of the projected annual gross revenue of all long term care facilities in this state as described in subsection (1) of this section. The department shall refund any overage described in this subsection by crediting the percentage of the overage attributable to each long term care facility subject to the assessment described in ORS 409.801 (Long term care facility assessment) against taxes owed by that facility in succeeding assessment periods. The department may collect any delinquent assessments, but may not collect any underages in actual collections through an adjustment in assessment rates. [2003 c.736 §17; 2005 c.757 §5; 2007 c.780 §9]

Note: 409.802 (Rate of assessment) is repealed January 2, 2028, and applies to long term care facility assessments imposed before July 1, 2026. See sections 23 and 31, chapter 736, Oregon Laws 2003, as amended (second note under 409.900 (Civil penalties for failure to report) ).

Source: Section 409.802 — Rate of assessment; refund of overage , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.816 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.816
418.816 Critical Incident Review Team website
Status: in_force

(1) After assigning a Critical Incident Review Team under ORS 418.811 (Team assignment and membership) , the Department of Human Services shall immediately make the following information regarding the critical incident available on the department’s website:

(a) The date of the critical incident and the age of the deceased child.

(b) Whether the child was in the custody of the department at the time of the critical incident or the fatality.

(c) Whether there was an open abuse investigation under ORS 419B.020 (Duty of department or law enforcement agency receiving report) regarding the child at the time of the critical incident or the fatality.

(d) The date the department assigned the team.

(e) The due date for the team’s final report under ORS 418.813 (Report) .

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The department shall publish the final report on the department’s website no later than 10 days after the department receives the report from the team.

(b) The department may redact the final report for purposes of publication only as necessary to remove any confidential information or records that may not be disclosed under state or federal law.

(c) If the Director of Human Services delays the publication of a final report under ORS 418.813 (Report) (2)(b), the department shall publish on the department’s website:

(A) The status of and expected publication date for the report.

(B) Any information in the report that the department determines:

(i) Will not compromise a law enforcement agency investigation.

(ii) Does not require redaction under paragraph (b) of this subsection. [2019 c.555 §5]

Note: See note under 418.806 (Policy) .

Source: Section 418.816 — Critical Incident Review Team website , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.524 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.524
419C.524 Notice and filing report prerequisite to defense
Status: in_force

(1) A youth may not introduce evidence on the issue of the defense set forth in ORS 419C.522 (Qualifying mental disorder as affirmative defense) unless the youth:

(a) Gives notice of intent to do so in the manner provided in subsection (2) of this section; and

(b) Files with the court a report of a psychiatric or psychological evaluation, conducted by a certified evaluator, in the manner provided in subsection (5) of this section.

(2) A youth who is required under subsection (1) of this section to give notice must do so by filing a written notice of intent. A youth who is not in detention must file the notice of intent no later than 60 days after the petition is filed unless the court finds good cause to extend the time. If the youth fails to file notice timely, the youth may not introduce evidence for the establishment of the defense set forth in ORS 419C.522 (Qualifying mental disorder as affirmative defense) unless the court permits the evidence to be introduced when just cause for failure to file the notice is shown.

(3) Just cause for failure to file notice timely exists if the youth was not represented by counsel until after the filing period.

(4) The filing of a notice of intent under this section by a youth in detention constitutes express consent of the youth for continued detention under ORS 419C.150 (Time limitations on detention) .

(5) A youth who is required under subsection (1) of this section to file a report of a psychiatric or psychological evaluation shall file the report before trial. The report must be based on an evaluation conducted after the date of the alleged act and must address the issue of insanity under ORS 419C.411 (Disposition order) (2) and the dispositional determinations described in ORS 419C.411 (Disposition order) (7) and 419C.529 (Finding of serious mental condition) . If the youth fails to file a complete report before trial, the youth may not introduce evidence for the establishment of the defense set forth in ORS 419C.522 (Qualifying mental disorder as affirmative defense) unless the court permits the evidence to be introduced when just cause for failure to file the report is shown.

(6) As used in this section, “certified evaluator” means a psychiatrist or psychologist who holds a valid certification under the provisions of ORS 161.392 (Certification of psychiatrists and licensed psychologists) . [2005 c.843 §5; 2011 c.724 §6]

Source: Section 419C.524 — Notice and filing report prerequisite to defense; timing , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.343 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.343
419C.343 Depositions
Status: in_force

(1) After the commencement of any proceeding in which a motion to waive has been filed, a party may move the court for an order allowing the taking of a deposition to perpetuate the testimony of a witness who is:

(a) Outside of the jurisdiction of, or otherwise not subject to the process of, the court; or

(b) Unable to attend because of age, sickness, infirmity, imprisonment or undue hardship.

(2) The affidavit in support of the motion to take a deposition to perpetuate testimony, in addition to setting forth the reasons described in subsection (1)(a) and (b) of this section, shall also set forth:

(a) The reasons why the testimony of the witness sought to be deposed cannot be taken by telephone at the time of the hearing;

(b) Where the deposition is to be taken;

(c) The manner of recording the deposition; and

(d) A brief statement of the substance of the testimony that the witness is expected to give.

(3) If the court finds that taking a deposition will best promote the just, speedy and inexpensive resolution of one or more issues in the proceeding or that taking a deposition is necessary to meet the requirements of due process, the court shall grant the motion.

(4) If the motion is granted, the court may, in its discretion, set conditions regarding the time, place and method of taking the deposition.

(5) All objections to any testimony or evidence taken at the deposition shall be made at the time and noted upon the record. The court before which the testimony is offered shall rule on any objections before the testimony is offered. Any objection not made at the deposition is waived. [1993 c.546 §81]

Source: Section 419C.343 — Depositions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.030 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.030
418.030 Services to prevent, control and treat juvenile delinquency
Status: in_force

The Department of Human Services may provide consultation services related to the prevention, control and treatment of juvenile delinquency to local and statewide public and private agencies, groups and individuals or may initiate such consultation services. Consultation services include but are not limited to conducting studies and surveys, sponsoring or participating in education programs, and advising and assisting agencies, groups and individuals. [1971 c.401 §90; 1975 c.795 §1; 1995 c.79 §212]

Source: Section 418.030 — Services to prevent, control and treat juvenile delinquency , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.190 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.190
410.190 Representation of entities in contested case proceedings before department
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding ORS 8.690 (Advising and representing county officers and employees) , 9.160 (Bar membership required to practice law) , 9.320 (Necessity for employment of attorney) or 203.145 (Appointment of legal counsel for county governing body) or ORS chapter 180 or other law, in any contested case proceeding before the Department of Human Services, a party that is not a natural person may be represented by an attorney or by any officer or authorized agent or employee of the party. [1987 c.428 §34b; 2015 c.7 §9]

Note: See note under 410.180 (Long term care reimbursement audit manual) .

Source: Section 410.190 — Representation of entities in contested case proceedings before department , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.801 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.801
409.801 Long term care facility assessment
Status: repealed

(1) A long term care facility assessment is imposed on each long term care facility in this state.

(2) The amount of the assessment equals the assessment rate times the number of patient days, including Medicaid patient days, at the long term care facility for a calendar quarter.

(3) The assessment shall be reported on a form prescribed by the Department of Human Services and shall contain the information required to be reported by the department. The assessment form shall be filed with the department on or before the last day of the month following the end of the calendar quarter for which the assessment is being reported. The long term care facility shall pay the assessment at the time the facility files the assessment report. The payment shall accompany the report unless the payment is transmitted electronically or unless the department permits a later payment under criteria prescribed by the department by rule.

(4) A long term care facility is not guaranteed that any additional moneys paid to the facility in the form of reimbursements calculated according to the methodology described in ORS 409.815 (Long Term Care Facility Quality Assurance Fund established) (4) shall equal or exceed the amount of the long term care facility assessment paid by the facility. [2003 c.736 §16; 2005 c.757 §4; 2007 c.780 §8]

Note: 409.801 (Long term care facility assessment) is repealed January 2, 2028, and applies to long term care facility assessments imposed before July 1, 2026. See sections 23 and 31, chapter 736, Oregon Laws 2003, as amended (second note under 409.900 (Civil penalties for failure to report) ).

Source: Section 409.801 — Long term care facility assessment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 410.295 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 410 / Section 410.295
410.295 Authority of type B agency to regulate adult foster homes
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of Human Services may delegate the following functions pertaining to regulation of adult foster homes for elderly persons and persons with disabilities to a type B area agency:

(a) Conducting inspections and issuing and renewing licenses under ORS 443.735 (Issuance of license) ;

(b) Investigating complaints under ORS 443.765 (Complaint procedure) ; and

(c) Other regulatory functions designated by the director by rule.

(2) This section does not apply to adult foster homes in counties that have been granted an exemption under ORS 443.780 (Exemption where county has licensing and inspection program) .

(3) As used in this section, “adult foster home” has the meaning given that term in ORS 443.705 (Definitions for ORS 443.705 to 443.825) . [2005 c.219 §2; 2007 c.70 §174]

Source: Section 410.295 — Authority of type B agency to regulate adult foster homes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors410.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.250 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.250
417.250 “Executive head” defined
Status: in_force

As used in Article VII of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, the term “executive head” means the Governor. The Governor is authorized to appoint a compact administrator in accordance with the terms of said Article VII. [1975 c.482 §6]

Source: Section 417.250 — “Executive head” defined , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.654 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.654
419B.654 Placement preferences
Status: in_force

(1) If the parental rights of an Indian child’s parents have not been terminated and the Indian child is in need of placement or continuation in substitute care, as defined in ORS 419A.004 (Definitions) , except as provided in subsection (3) of this section the child must be placed in the least restrictive setting that:

(a) Most closely approximates a family, taking into consideration sibling attachment;

(b) Allows the Indian child’s special needs, if any, to be met;

(c) Is in reasonable proximity to the Indian child’s home, extended family or siblings; and

(d) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) Is in accordance with the order of preference established by the Indian child’s tribe; or

(B) If the Indian child’s tribe has not established placement preferences, is in accordance with the following order of preference:

(i) A member of the Indian child’s extended family;

(ii) A foster home licensed, approved or specified by the Indian child’s tribe;

(iii) A foster home licensed or approved by a licensing authority in this state and in which one or more of the licensed or approved foster parents is an Indian; or

(iv) An institution for children that has a program suitable to meet the Indian child’s needs and is approved by an Indian tribe or operated by an Indian organization.

(2) If the parental rights of the Indian child’s parents have been terminated or if an Indian child is in need of a guardianship pursuant to ORS 419B.365 (Permanent guardianship) or 419B.366 (Guardianship) or adoptive placement, except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, the Indian child shall be placed:

(a) In accordance with the order of preference established by the Indian child’s tribe; or

(b) If the Indian child’s tribe has not established placement preferences, according to the following order of preference:

(A) With a member of the Indian child’s extended family;

(B) With other members of the Indian child’s tribe; or

(C) With other Indian families.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A party may move the court for authority to make a placement contrary to the placement preferences of subsection (1) or (2) of this section. The motion must detail the reasons the party asserts that good cause exists for placement contrary to the placement preferences established by subsection (1) or (2) of this section.

(b) Upon the filing of an objection to a motion under this subsection, the court shall fix the time for hearing on the objections.

(c) If the court determines that the moving party has established, by clear and convincing evidence, that there is good cause to depart from the placement preferences under this section, the court may authorize placement in an alternative placement.

(d) The court’s determination under paragraph (c) of this subsection:

(A) Must be in writing and be based on:

(i) The preferences of the Indian child;

(ii) The presence of a sibling attachment that cannot be maintained through placement consistent with the placement preferences established by subsection (1) or (2) of this section;

(iii) Any extraordinary physical, mental or emotional needs of the Indian child that require specialized treatment services if, despite active efforts, those services are unavailable in the community where families who meet the placement preferences under subsection (1) or (2) of this section reside; or

(iv) Whether, despite a diligent search, a placement meeting the placement preferences under this section is unavailable, as determined by the prevailing social and cultural standards of the Indian community in which the Indian child’s parent or extended family resides or with which the Indian child’s parent or extended family members maintain social and cultural ties.

(B) Must, in applying the placement preferences under this subsection, give weight to a parent’s request for anonymity if the placement is an adoptive placement to which the parent has consented.

(C) May be informed by but not determined by the placement request of a parent of the Indian child, after the parent has reviewed the placement options, if any, that comply with the placement preferences under this section.

(D) May not be based on:

(i) The socioeconomic conditions of the Indian child’s tribe;

(ii) Any perception of the tribal or United States Bureau of Indian Affairs social services or judicial systems;

(iii) The distance between a placement meeting the placement preferences under this section that is located on or near a reservation and the Indian child’s parent; or

(iv) The ordinary bonding or attachment between the Indian child and a nonpreferred placement arising from time spent in the nonpreferred placement.

(4) The court, on the court’s own motion or on the motion of any party, shall make a determination under ORS 419B.651 (Vacating order or judgment regarding jurisdiction, placement, guardianship or termination of parental rights) (2) regarding the Indian child’s placement if the court or the moving party has reason to believe that the child was placed contrary to the placement preferences of subsection (1) or (2) of this section without good cause. A motion under this subsection may be made orally on the record or in writing. [2020 s.s.1 c.14 §23; 2021 c.398 §16]

Note: See note under 419B.600 (Policy on Indian child welfare) .

Source: Section 419B.654 — Placement preferences; motion for placement contrary to preferences for good cause , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.360 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.360
417.360 Findings and policy
Status: in_force

(1) The Legislative Assembly finds that:

(a) The current delivery system for human services is fragmented and uncoordinated, producing service duplication and inappropriate or inadequate responses to individuals and to families;

(b) Clients with multiple needs must interact with a variety of agencies and frequently feel powerless to negotiate the complicated array of services;

(c) The system is too often perceived as victimizing the persons it is intended to serve;

(d) Dedicated direct service workers become the target of disillusionment by clients even though the workers are equally frustrated by their lack of control over bureaucratic requirements; and

(e) The state needs to rethink and restructure traditional methods of delivering human services. Organizations that have traditionally not viewed themselves as partners, such as social services and education, must be strongly encouraged to integrate their programs.

(2) It shall be the policy of this state to foster a family-or client-centered service delivery system at the community level with the goal of providing more efficient and responsive services, driven by the needs of the individuals and families served and not by funding tied to traditional, categorical programs. Family services available through community level delivery systems should include, but need not be limited to, education, information and referral services. [1991 c.359 §1; 1995 c.800 §1a]

Source: Section 417.360 — Findings and policy , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.351 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.351
419B.351 Court approval of placement in qualified residential treatment program
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Human Services shall move the court for approval of a placement no later than 30 days following the date the department placed, or will place, a child or ward in a qualified residential treatment program described in ORS 418.323 (Qualified residential treatment program) .

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The motion for approval of the placement must include, at a minimum:

(A) The date of the placement;

(B) To the extent practicable, the parties’ placement preferences; and

(C) A copy of the child’s or ward’s independent assessment described in ORS 418.324 (Independent assessment) .

(b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a)(C) of this subsection, if the independent assessment is not completed at the time the department files the motion under subsection (1) of this section, the department may file the motion under this section without the assessment and shall supplement the motion with a copy of the completed assessment immediately following the department’s receipt of the completed assessment.

(3) The department shall provide an exact copy of the motion to each of the parties listed in ORS 419B.875 (Parties to proceedings) .

(4) Upon receipt of a motion under this section, the court shall schedule a hearing to occur no later than 60 days following the date the child or ward is placed in the qualified residential treatment program.

(5) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The court shall enter an order approving or disapproving the placement and make specific determinations regarding the following:

(A) Whether the needs of the child or ward can be met through placement in a foster family home or in a proctor foster home as defined in ORS 418.205 (Definitions for ORS 418.205 to 418.327, 418.330, 418.470, 418.475, 418.950 to 418.970 and 418.992 to 418.998) .

(B) If the court determines that the needs of the child or ward cannot be met through placement in a foster family home or proctor foster home, whether placement of the child or ward in the qualified residential treatment program:

(i) Provides the least restrictive setting to provide the most effective and appropriate level of care for the child or ward; and

(ii) Is consistent with the child’s or ward’s case plan.

(b) In addition to the determinations under paragraph (a) of this subsection, if the motion is for approval of the placement of a child or ward in an out-of-state child-caring agency that serves juvenile offenders as defined in ORS 418.321 (Out-of-state child-caring agency) (6), the court may not approve the placement unless the court finds that the child or ward’s placement in the out-of-state child-caring agency is the least restrictive setting available to meet the child or ward’s treatment needs, taking into consideration all of the following:

(A) The nature of the services offered by the child-caring agency;

(B) The population served by the child-caring agency;

(C) The percentage of the child-caring agency’s population that is juvenile offenders; and

(D) Whether the child-caring agency is required to file a report under the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003, 34 U.S.C. 30301 et seq.

(c) The court may receive testimony, reports or other material relating to the child’s or ward’s mental, physical and social history and prognosis without regard to the competency or relevancy of the testimony, reports or other material under the rules of evidence.

(6) The court shall enter an order under subsection (5) of this section no later than 60 days following the date the child or ward is placed in the qualified residential treatment program.

(7) If the court enters an order disapproving the child’s or ward’s placement, the department shall move the child or ward to a placement that provides care, supervision and services that are consistent with the court’s order no later than 30 days following the date the court enters the order. [2020 s.s.1 c.19 §14b]

Source: Section 419B.351 — Court approval of placement in qualified residential treatment program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.847 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.847
417.847 Youth Development Council
Status: in_force

(1) The Youth Development Council is established.

(2) The council is established for the purpose of coordinating a unified and aligned system that provides services to school-age children through youth 24 years of age in a manner that supports educational and workforce success, promotes protective factors, prevents justice system involvement, reduces high risk behaviors and is measurable and accountable. The council shall develop policy for and provide guidance to the Youth Development Division.

(3) The council consists of no fewer than 15 members who are appointed by the Governor. The Governor shall ensure that membership of the council satisfies any federal requirements for membership of a state advisory group on juvenile justice, and shall include tribal representation in the membership of the council.

(4) The council shall:

(a) Approve funding processes to support community-based youth development programs, services and initiatives with demonstrated outcomes and strategic objectives established by the council by rule.

(b) Prioritize funding for services related to:

(A) The prevention of and intervention in the risk factors that lead to justice system involvement and the promotion of protective factors that improve the health and well-being of children and youth, as supported by evidence-based program models, culturally specific and traditional practices and other emerging models;

(B) The prevention of and intervention in community violence and gang activity, with an emphasis on a public health approach and community-based programs; and

(C) The provision of workforce development, reengagement and other types of programming designed to support educational success, increase youth career readiness and post-secondary success or otherwise deliver training and remove barriers in order to promote positive youth development.

(c) Coordinate the statewide youth reengagement system described in ORS 417.859 (Statewide youth reengagement system) , in collaboration with the division.

(5) The council may:

(a) Enter into intergovernmental agreements with county and municipal governments, tribal governments, educational institutions and other governmental entities identified by rule of the council for the provision of youth development programs, services and initiatives.

(b) Enter into grant agreements and contracts with community-based organizations, educational institutions, regional entities and other entities identified by rule of the council for the provision of youth development programs, services and initiatives.

(c) Determine the means by which services to children and youth may be provided effectively and efficiently across multiple programs to improve the academic and social outcomes of children and youth, including directing the distribution of funding by the division through processes approved by the council.

(d) Assess state programs and services related to youth development and training, and identify methods by which programs and services may be coordinated or consolidated.

(e) Establish common academic and social indicators to support attainment of goals established by the council.

(f) Establish common program outcome measurements and coordinate data collection across multiple programs and services.

(g) Ensure implementation of best practices that:

(A) Are informed by developmental science, evidence, and effective or promising community practices;

(B) Are culturally, gender and age appropriate;

(C) Address individual protective and risk factors;

(D) Build upon factors that improve the health and well-being of children and youth; and

(E) Include tribal best practices.

(h) Delegate responsibilities to the division.

(6) The Governor may designate one member of the council to serve as the chairperson or, if the Governor chooses not to designate a chairperson, the council may elect one of its members to serve as chairperson.

(7) In accordance with applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the council may adopt rules necessary for the administration of the laws that the council is charged with administering. [2012 c.37 §21; 2012 c.37 §23; 2013 c.623 §§4,5; 2015 c.774 §§33,63; 2015 c.788 §§1,2; 2017 c.17 §§35,36; 2019 c.122 §34; 2019 c.395 §§12,13; 2021 c.315 §1; 2023 c.499 §1]

Source: Section 417.847 — Youth Development Council; purpose; members; duties and authority; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419c.558 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419c / Section 419c.558
419C.558 Duties and authority of guardian
Status: in_force

A person, agency or institution having guardianship of an adjudicated youth by reason of appointment by the court has the duties and authority of a guardian of the adjudicated youth, including but not limited to the following:

(1) To authorize surgery for the adjudicated youth, but this authority does not prevent the person having legal custody of the adjudicated youth from acting under ORS 419C.550 (Duties and authority) (4).

(2) To authorize the adjudicated youth to enlist in the Armed Forces of the United States.

(3) To consent to the adjudicated youth’s marriage.

(4) To make other decisions concerning the adjudicated youth of substantial legal significance.

(5) To make such reports and to supply such information to the court as the court may from time to time require. [1993 c.33 §251; 2003 c.396 §127; 2021 c.489 §94]

Source: Section 419C.558 — Duties and authority of guardian , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419C.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 419b.663 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 419b / Section 419b.663
419B.663 Full faith and credit
Status: in_force

The juvenile court shall give full faith and credit to the public acts, records and judicial proceedings of an Indian tribe applicable to an Indian child custody proceeding. [2020 s.s.1 c.14 §63]

Note: See note under 419B.600 (Policy on Indian child welfare) .

Source: Section 419B.663 — Full faith and credit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors419B.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 414.726 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 414 / Section 414.726
414.726 Requirement to use certified or qualified health care interpreters
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Certified health care interpreter” has the meaning given that term in ORS 413.550 (Definitions for ORS 413.550 to 413.559) .

(b) “Qualified health care interpreter” has the meaning given that term in ORS 413.550 (Definitions for ORS 413.550 to 413.559) .

(2) The Oregon Health Authority shall adopt rules to ensure that a coordinated care organization, in accordance with ORS 414.572 (Coordinated care organizations) (2)(e), and any other health care provider that is reimbursed for the cost of health care by the state medical assistance program:

(a) Works with a certified health care interpreter or a qualified health care interpreter when interacting with a recipient of medical assistance, or a caregiver of a recipient of medical assistance, who has limited English proficiency or who communicates in signed language; and

(b) Is reimbursed for the cost of the certified health care interpreter or qualified health care interpreter. [2021 c.453 §6]

Note: 414.726 (Requirement to use certified or qualified health care interpreters) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 414 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 414.726 — Requirement to use certified or qualified health care interpreters; reimbursement; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors414.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.660 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.660
411.660 Modification, cancellation or suspension of public assistance
Status: in_force

(1) If any person is convicted of a violation of any provision of ORS 411.630 (Unlawfully obtaining public assistance or medical assistance) , any grant of public assistance made wholly or partially to meet the needs of such person shall be modified, canceled or suspended for such time and under such terms and conditions as may be prescribed by or pursuant to rules or regulations of the Department of Human Services.

(2) Subsection (1) of this section does not apply to a grant of public assistance to meet the needs of a child under the age of 18 years. [1963 c.499 §6; 2001 c.900 §92; 2011 c.720 §119a; 2013 c.688 §54]

Source: Section 411.660 — Modification, cancellation or suspension of public assistance , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 417.793 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 417 / Section 417.793
417.793 Parents-as-teachers programs
Status: in_force

The Department of Early Learning and Care shall support parents-as-teachers programs statewide as funding becomes available. If a program is offered, the program shall be part of a comprehensive, research-based approach to parent education and support. The program shall be consistent with the statewide early learning system plan coordinated by the Early Learning Council. [2001 c.831 §12b; 2012 c.37 §§52,94; 2013 c.624 §§31,32; 2019 c.395 §7; 2021 c.631 §§6,53]

Source: Section 417.793 — Parents-as-teachers programs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors417.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 411.593 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 411 / Section 411.593
411.593 Investigations
Status: in_force

(1) In connection with any public assistance investigation or hearing, the Director of Human Services, the Director of the Oregon Health Authority or any examiner, referee or other officer duly appointed to conduct the investigation or hearing may by subpoena compel the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, accounts, documents and other papers, and may administer oaths, take depositions and fix the fees and mileage of witnesses.

(2) The Department of Human Services and the Oregon Health Authority shall provide for defraying the expenses of such investigations or hearings, which may be held in any part of the state. [Formerly 411.375; 2011 c.720 §113]

Source: Section 411.593 — Investigations; power to subpoena, administer oaths, take depositions and fix witness fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors411.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.742 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.742
409.742 Disclosure of information pertaining to cremated or reduced remains
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Human Services shall disclose to the general public the name and the dates of birth and death of a person whose cremated or reduced remains are in the possession of the department for the purpose of:

(a) Giving a family member of the person an opportunity to claim the cremated or reduced remains; and

(b) Creating a memorial for those persons whose cremated or reduced remains are not claimed.

(2) If an individual contacts the department to determine whether the department is in possession of the cremated or reduced remains of a family member of the individual and the department determines that the department is in possession of the cremated or reduced remains, the department shall disclose to the individual that the department is in possession of the cremated or reduced remains and offer the individual the opportunity to claim the remains.

(3) As used in this section:

(a) “Alkaline hydrolysis” or “hydrolysis” means the technical process for reducing human remains by placing the remains in a dissolution chamber that uses heat, pressure, water and base chemical agents, in a licensed hydrolysis facility, to reduce human remains to bone fragments and essential elements.

(b) “Family member” means any individual related by blood, marriage or adoption to a person whose cremated or reduced remains are in the possession of the department.

(c) “Natural organic reduction” means the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil.

(d) “Reduced remains” means the remains of a human body after completion of an authorized process for reducing human remains. Authorized processes for reducing human remains include alkaline hydrolysis, natural organic reduction and any other alternative process authorized by the State Mortuary and Cemetery Board. [2005 c.823 §1; 2007 c.9 §1; 2021 c.296 §28]

Source: Section 409.742 — Disclosure of information pertaining to cremated or reduced remains , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 418.993 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 418 / Section 418.993
418.993 Procedure
Status: in_force

(1) Any civil penalty under ORS 418.992 (Civil penalty) shall be imposed in the manner provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) , the child-caring agency to whom the notice is addressed shall have 10 days from the date of service of the notice in which to make written application for a hearing before the Director of Human Services. [1983 c.510 §24; 1991 c.734 §19; 2016 c.106 §32]

Source: Section 418.993 — Procedure , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors418.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 421.455 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 421 / Section 421.455
421.455 Forest work camps
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Department of Corrections shall establish at places in state forests recommended by the State Board of Forestry one or more forest work camps at which state adults in custody and local adults in custody may be employed. Only such state adults in custody as are determined by the Department of Corrections to require minimum security may be placed at a forest work camp, but the Department of Corrections may not place an adult in custody at a forest work camp if the department is aware that the adult in custody has ever been convicted of:

(a) Rape in the first degree, as described in ORS 163.375 (Rape in the first degree) .

(b) Rape in the second degree, as described in ORS 163.365 (Rape in the second degree) .

(c) Rape in the third degree, as described in ORS 163.355 (Rape in the third degree) .

(d) Sodomy in the first degree, as described in ORS 163.405 (Sodomy in the first degree) .

(e) Sodomy in the second degree, as described in ORS 163.395 (Sodomy in the second degree) .

(f) Sodomy in the third degree, as described in ORS 163.385 (Sodomy in the third degree) .

(g) Unlawful sexual penetration in the first degree, as described in ORS 163.411 (Unlawful sexual penetration in the first degree) .

(h) Unlawful sexual penetration in the second degree, as described in ORS 163.408 (Unlawful sexual penetration in the second degree) .

(i) Sexual abuse in the first degree, as described in ORS 163.427 (Sexual abuse in the first degree) .

(j) Sexual abuse in the second degree, as described in ORS 163.425 (Sexual abuse in the second degree) .

(k) Any crime in any other jurisdiction that would constitute a crime described in this subsection if presently committed in this state.

(L) Any attempt to commit a crime described in this subsection.

(2) The State Board of Forestry may make contracts with any other state agency in order to effectuate the purposes of this section and ORS 421.465 (Transfer of state adults in custody to forest work camp) , 421.470 (Authority over adults in custody in camps) and 421.476 (Compensation of adults in custody for labor at forest camps) . [Amended by 1965 c.616 §72; 1967 c.504 §5; 1987 c.320 §201; 1987 c.478 §1; 1991 c.386 §13; 1991 c.830 §12; 2019 c.213 §91; 2021 c.97 §46]

Source: Section 421.455 — Forest work camps; restrictions on placement at camps , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors421.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 423.565 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 423 / Section 423.565
423.565 Additional duties of public safety coordinating council
Status: in_force

In addition to the duties assigned to it under ORS 423.560 (Local public safety coordinating council) , the local public safety coordinating council convened by the board of commissioners shall, at a minimum:

(1) Develop and recommend to the county board of commissioners the plan for use of state resources to serve the local adjudicated youth population.

(2) Coordinate local juvenile justice policy among affected juvenile justice entities.

(3) Develop and recommend to the county board of commissioners a plan designed to prevent criminal involvement by youth. The plan must provide for coordination of community-wide services involving treatment, education, employment and intervention strategies aimed at crime prevention.

(4) Create a facility advisory subcommittee when provided with the information described in ORS 169.690 (Establishment of halfway houses and other facilities) . The subcommittee shall be composed of the following persons:

(a) The affected law enforcement officer described in ORS 423.560 (Local public safety coordinating council) (1)(a) or (b);

(b) A district attorney;

(c) A mental health director;

(d) A designee of the city council or county board of commissioners, whichever is affected;

(e) A representative of an organization that advocates on behalf of persons with mental illness; and

(f) A consumer as defined in ORS 430.073 (Consumer Advisory Council) .

(5) If a written plan of action has been provided to the council under ORS 165.127 (County metal theft plan of action) , annually review the plan and, if appropriate, make written recommendations to the affected district attorney for plan improvements. [1995 c.422 §75; 1995 c.423 §11a; 2009 c.121 §2; 2009 c.811 §12; 2012 c.37 §99; 2021 c.489 §156]

Source: Section 423.565 — Additional duties of public safety coordinating council , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors423.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 409.230 — OR Code / Title 34 / Chapter 409 / Section 409.230
409.230 Disclosure of information in department reports and other materials
Status: in_force

(1) Information contained in Department of Human Services reports and other materials relating to a child’s history and prognosis that, in the professional judgment of the person providing the information for the reports or other materials, indicates a clear and immediate danger to another person or to society shall be disclosed to the appropriate authority and the person or entity who is in danger from the child.

(2) An agency or a person who discloses information under subsection (1) of this section shall have immunity from any liability, civil or criminal, that might otherwise be incurred or imposed for making the disclosure. The disclosure of information under this section does not make the information admissible in any court or administrative proceeding if it is not otherwise admissible. [1991 c.666 §2; 2001 c.900 §70]

Source: Section 409.230 — Disclosure of information in department reports and other materials; immunities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors409.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).