ORS § 677.235 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.235
677.235 Oregon Medical Board
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Medical Board consists of 14 members appointed by the Governor and subject to confirmation by the Senate in the manner provided in ORS 171.562 (Procedures for confirmation) and 171.565 (Vote required for confirmation) . All members of the board must be residents of this state. Of the members of the board:

(a) Six must have the degree of Doctor of Medicine;

(b) Two must have the degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine;

(c) One must have the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine;

(d) Two must be physician assistants licensed under ORS 677.512 (Licensure) ; and

(e) Three must be members of the public who represent health consumers.

(2)(a)(A) Board members required to possess the degree of Doctor of Medicine may be selected by the Governor from a list of three to five candidates for each member described in subsection (1)(a) of this section whose term expires in that year, submitted by the Oregon Medical Association not later than February 1.

(B) Board members required to possess the degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine may be selected by the Governor from a list of three to five candidates for each member described in subsection (1)(b) of this section whose term expires in that year, submitted by the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of Oregon, Inc., not later than February 1.

(C) The board member required to possess the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine may be selected by the Governor from a list of three to five candidates for the member described in subsection (1)(c) of this section whose term expires in that year, submitted by the Oregon Podiatric Medical Association not later than February 1.

(D) The board members required to be physician assistants licensed under ORS 677.512 (Licensure) may be selected by the Governor from a list of three to five candidates for each member described in subsection (1)(d) of this section whose term expires in that year, submitted by the Oregon Society of Physician Assistants not later than February 1.

(b) Members who are physicians or physician assistants must have been in the active practice of their profession for at least five years immediately preceding their appointment.

(c) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) A public member may not be otherwise eligible for appointment to the board.

(B) A public member, or the spouse, domestic partner, child, parent or sibling of a public member, may not be a licensed health care professional in this state.

(d) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) In selecting the members of the board, the Governor shall strive to balance the representation on the board according to geographic areas of this state and ethnicity.

(B) Of the members described in subsection (1)(a) to (d) of this section, at least one member must be appointed from each federal congressional district.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The term of office of each board member is three years, but a member serves at the pleasure of the Governor. The terms must be staggered so that no more than five terms end each year. A term begins on March 1 of the year the member is appointed and ends on the last day of February of the third year after the member is appointed. A member may not serve more than two consecutive terms.

(b) If a vacancy occurs on the board, another qualifying member possessing the same professional degree or license or fulfilling the same public capacity as the person whose position has been vacated shall be appointed as provided in this section to fill the unexpired term.

(c) A board member shall be removed immediately from the board if, during the member’s term, the member:

(A) Is not a resident of this state;

(B) Has been absent from three consecutive board meetings, unless at least one absence is excused; or

(C) Is not a current licensee, if the board member was appointed to serve on the board as a licensee.

(4) Members of the board are entitled to compensation and expenses as provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) . The board may provide by rule for compensation to board members for the performance of official duties at a rate that is greater than the rate provided in ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) . [1967 c.470 §43 (enacted in lieu of 677.230); 1971 c.650 §26; 1973 c.792 §33; 1979 c.388 §1; 1983 c.486 §28a; 1985 c.322 §4; 1989 c.830 §17; 1997 c.792 §23; 2005 c.760 §3; 2007 c.86 §1; 2007 c.349 §1; 2009 c.535 §5; 2009 c.756 §93; 2013 c.129 §12; 2015 c.403 §1; 2017 c.230 §1; 2017 c.409 §24; 2019 c.228 §1; 2021 c.94 §1; 2023 c.335 §1]

Note: Section 2, chapter 335, Oregon Laws 2023, provides:

Sec. 2. (1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, nothing in the amendments to ORS 677.235 (Oregon Medical Board) by section 1 of this 2023 Act affects the term of office of any member of the Oregon Medical Board appointed prior to and serving on the operative date specified in section 3 of this 2023 Act [January 1, 2024]. However, as vacancies occur, appointments shall be made in accordance with the qualifications specified in ORS 677.235 (Oregon Medical Board) , as amended by section 1 of this 2023 Act.

(2) The term of an emeritus board member expires on the operative date specified in section 3 of this 2023 Act. [2023 c.335 §2]

Source: Section 677.235 — Oregon Medical Board; membership; confirmation; terms; vacancies; compensation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.525 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.525
677.525 Fees
Status: in_force

Every physician assistant shall pay to the Oregon Medical Board nonrefundable fees as determined by the board pursuant to ORS 677.265 (Powers of board generally) . [Formerly 677.232; 1983 c.486 §48; 1989 c.830 §34]

Source: Section 677.525 — Fees; how determined , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.145 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.145
701.145 Resolution of complaints involving work on residential structures or certain small commercial structures
Status: in_force

For a complaint described in ORS 701.139 (Complaint validity) (1) or (3)(a) or a complaint under ORS 701.139 (Complaint validity) (3)(b) that a complainant elects to have resolved under this section:

(1) The complainant must file the complaint with the Construction Contractors Board in a form prescribed by the board.

(2) The board may suspend processing of the complaint if:

(a) The same facts and issues involved in the complaint have been submitted to a court of competent jurisdiction for determination or have been submitted to any other entity authorized by law or the parties to effect a resolution or settlement; or

(b) The board determines that the nature or complexity of the dispute described in the complaint is such that a court is the appropriate forum for the adjudication of the dispute.

(3) The board may dismiss or close the complaint as established by rule of the board if any of the following conditions apply:

(a) The complainant does not respond to a board request and the request is necessary to the board’s investigation of the complaint.

(b) The complainant does not allow the board to conduct one or more on-site meetings to mediate or investigate the complaint.

(c) The complainant does not permit the contractor against whom the complaint is filed to be present at an on-site investigation made by the board.

(d) The amount in controversy is less than an amount adopted by the board and not more than $250.

(4) Upon acceptance of the complaint, the board shall give notice to the contractor against whom the complaint is made and shall initiate proceedings to determine board jurisdiction over the complaint. The board shall attempt to conduct one or more meetings on-site or by telephone to mediate a dispute. During mediation of a dispute, the board may recommend to the contractor such action as the board considers appropriate to compensate the complainant. If the contractor performs accordingly, the board shall give that fact due consideration in any subsequent disciplinary proceeding brought by the board.

(5) If the parties do not resolve or settle the complaint, except as provided in subsection (6) of this section, the complainant may recover payment from the bond of the contractor only by obtaining:

(a) A final judgment against the contractor issued by a court of competent jurisdiction; or

(b) An arbitration award against the contractor that a court has reduced to a final judgment.

(6) If the complaint is filed under ORS 701.140 (Types of allowable complaints) (4), the complainant may recover payment from the bond of the contractor as provided in subsection (5)(a) of this section or by obtaining a final order issued by the Bureau of Labor and Industries that states an amount of unpaid wages that the licensed contractor owes under ORS 652.140 (Payment of wages on termination of employment) or 653.010 (Definitions for ORS 653.010 to 653.261) to 653.261 (Minimum employment conditions) .

(7) For purposes of subsections (5) and (6) of this section, “final” means that the judgment or order has become final by operation or law or on appeal.

(8) The board shall send the surety on the contractor bond required under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) a copy of the final judgment or bureau final order, and a copy of a determination issued by the board that the surety must pay the amount stated by the board. A determination issued by the board may not include payment of any attorney fees awarded in the final judgment or bureau final order. The determination issued by the board is an order in other than a contested case proceeding. The determination order is not recordable under ORS 701.153 (Recording of order as lien) (1) and (2) to create a lien. [1971 c.740 §16; 1979 c.874 §4; 1983 c.616 §14; 1989 c.167 §2; 1989 c.928 §17; 1991 c.181 §10; 1991 c.717 §2; 1993 c.470 §3; 1993 c.471 §1; 1995 c.771 §4; 1997 c.301 §4; 1999 c.331 §1; 1999 c.344 §5; 1999 c.402 §31; 1999 c.849 §§172,173; 2001 c.197 §§14,15; 2001 c.414 §§9a,10a; 2007 c.288 §16; 2007 c.793 §14; 2007 c.836 §66; 2011 c.630 §§46,66; 2016 c.99 §8]

Source: Section 701.145 — Resolution of complaints involving work on residential structures or certain small commercial structures , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 697.094 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 697 / Section 697.094
697.094 Orders issued under ORS 697.093
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services shall serve an order under ORS 697.093 (Enforcement) on the person named in the order.

(2) An order issued under ORS 697.093 (Enforcement) becomes effective upon service on the person named in the order.

(3) ORS 183.413 (Notice to parties before hearing of rights and procedure) to 183.470 (Orders in contested cases) apply to an order issued under ORS 697.093 (Enforcement) .

(4) Notwithstanding subsection (3) of this section, a person may not obtain a hearing on the order unless the person requests the hearing in writing within 20 days after service of the order.

(5) A person who does not request a contested case hearing may not obtain judicial review of the order.

(6) The director may vacate or modify an order issued under ORS 697.093 (Enforcement) . A modified order is effective upon service on the person named in the order. [2005 c.338 §10]

Source: Section 697.094 — Orders issued under ORS 697.093 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors697.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 684.100 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 684 / Section 684.100
684.100 Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license
Status: in_force

(1) The State Board of Chiropractic Examiners may refuse to grant a license to any applicant or may discipline a person upon any of the following grounds:

(a) Fraud or misrepresentation.

(b) The practice of chiropractic under a false or assumed name.

(c) The impersonation of another practitioner of like or different name.

(d) A conviction of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. A copy of the record of conviction, certified to by the clerk of the court entering the conviction, is conclusive evidence of the conviction.

(e) Impairment as defined in ORS 676.303 (Purposes of health professional regulatory boards) .

(f) Unprofessional or dishonorable conduct, including but not limited to:

(A) Any conduct or practice contrary to recognized standard of ethics of the chiropractic profession or any conduct or practice that does or might constitute a danger to the health or safety of a patient or the public or any conduct, practice or condition that does or might adversely affect a physician’s ability safely and skillfully to practice chiropractic.

(B) Willful ordering or performance of unnecessary laboratory tests or studies; administration of unnecessary treatment; failure to obtain consultations or perform referrals when failing to do so is not consistent with the standard of care; or otherwise ordering or performing any chiropractic service, X-ray or treatment that is contrary to recognized standards of practice of the chiropractic profession.

(C) Gross malpractice or repeated malpractice.

(g) Failing to notify the board of a change in location of practice as provided in ORS 684.054 (Issuing license) .

(h) Representing to a patient that a manifestly incurable condition of sickness, disease or injury can be permanently cured.

(i) The use of any advertising making untruthful, improper, misleading or deceptive statements.

(j) The advertising of techniques or modalities to infer or imply superiority of treatment or diagnosis by the use thereof that cannot be conclusively proven to the satisfaction of the board.

(k) Knowingly permitting or allowing any person to use the license of the person in the practice of any system or mode of treating the sick.

(L) Advertising either in the name of the person or under the name of another person, clinic or concern, actual or pretended, in any newspaper, pamphlet, circular or other written or printed paper or document, professing superiority to or a greater skill than that possessed by other chiropractic physicians that cannot be conclusively proven to the satisfaction of the board.

(m) Aiding or abetting the practice of any of the healing arts by an unlicensed person.

(n) The use of the name of the person under the designation, “Doctor,” “Dr.,” “D.C.,” “Chiropractor,” “Chiropractic D.C.,” “Chiropractic Physician,” or “Ph.C.,” or any similar designation with reference to the commercial exploitation of any goods, wares or merchandise.

(o) The advertising or holding oneself out to treat diseases or other abnormal conditions of the human body by any secret formula, method, treatment or procedure.

(p) Violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule adopted thereunder.

(q) Gross incompetency or gross negligence.

(r) The suspension or revocation by another state of a license to practice chiropractic, based upon acts by the licensee similar to acts described in this section. A certified copy of the record of suspension or revocation of the state making the suspension or revocation is conclusive evidence thereof.

(s) Failing to give prior notice to patients of the permanent or temporary closure of the physician’s practice or failing to give reasonable access to the records and files of the physician’s patients at any time.

(t) The suspension or revocation by another licensing board in the state of a license to practice as another type of health care provider.

(u) An act or conduct that results in a judgment of wrongdoing by a court of competent jurisdiction in any state or a finding of wrongdoing in an administrative proceeding in any state. The act or conduct must be rationally connected to the ability to practice chiropractic or chiropractic assisting.

(2) The board may, at any time two years or more after the refusal, revocation or cancellation of registration under this section, by a majority vote, issue a license restoring to or conferring on the person all the rights and privileges of the practice of chiropractic as defined and regulated by this chapter. Any person to whom those rights have been restored shall pay to the board the annual registration fee for the license category plus one-half thereof.

(3) If the board determines that a chiropractic physician’s continuation in practice would constitute a serious danger to the public, the board may suspend the license of the chiropractic physician without a hearing. Simultaneously with the order of suspension, the board must institute proceedings for a hearing provided under this section and the suspension may continue unless injunctive relief is obtained from a court of competent jurisdiction showing just cause or undue burden under the circumstances existing.

(4) If a physician refuses a written request for an informal interview with the board, the board shall have grounds to suspend or revoke the license of a physician pursuant to this section.

(5) Prior to or following an informal interview as described in this section, the board may request any Oregon licensed chiropractic physician in good standing to assist the board in preparing for or conducting any professional competency examination as the board may deem appropriate.

(6) Notwithstanding any other provisions of ORS 684.010 (Definitions) , 684.040 (Application for license) , 684.050 (Examination) , 684.090 (Annual registration) , 684.100 (Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license) , 684.112 (Records of chiropractor also licensed to practice other healing art) , 684.130 (State Board of Chiropractic Examiners) , 684.150 (Powers and duties of board) and 684.155 (Additional powers of board) , the board may at any time direct and order a professional competency examination limited to the area of practice out of which a specific complaint has arisen and make an investigation, including the taking of depositions or otherwise in order to fully inform itself with respect to the performance or conduct of a physician licensed under ORS 684.010 (Definitions) , 684.040 (Application for license) , 684.050 (Examination) , 684.090 (Annual registration) , 684.100 (Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license) , 684.112 (Records of chiropractor also licensed to practice other healing art) , 684.130 (State Board of Chiropractic Examiners) , 684.150 (Powers and duties of board) and 684.155 (Additional powers of board) .

(7) If the board has reasonable cause to believe that any:

(a) Chiropractic physician is or may be unable to practice with reasonable skill and safety to patients, the board may:

(A) Cause a competency examination of the physician for purposes of determining the physician’s fitness to practice chiropractic with reasonable skill and safety to patients; or

(B) Require the fingerprints and relevant personal history data of the physician for the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check) .

(b) Person certified to provide physiotherapy, electrotherapy or hydrotherapy pursuant to ORS 684.155 (Additional powers of board) (1)(c) is or may be unable to provide the therapies with reasonable skill and safety to patients, the board may:

(A) Cause a competency examination of the person for purposes of determining the person’s fitness to provide the therapies with reasonable skill and safety to patients; or

(B) Require the fingerprints and relevant personal history data of the person for the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check) .

(8) Refusal by any person to take or appear for a competency examination scheduled by the board or to submit fingerprints and relevant personal history data as required by the board under subsection (7) of this section shall constitute grounds for disciplinary action.

(9) In disciplining a person as authorized by subsection (1) of this section, the board may use any or all of the following methods:

(a) Suspend judgment.

(b) Place the person on probation.

(c) Suspend the license of the person to practice chiropractic in this state.

(d) Revoke the license of the person to practice chiropractic in this state.

(e) Place limitations on the license of the person to practice chiropractic in this state.

(f) Impose a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000.

(g) Take other disciplinary action as the board in its discretion finds proper, including assessment of the costs of the disciplinary proceedings.

(10) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Any information that the board obtains pursuant to ORS 684.100 (Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license) , 684.112 (Records of chiropractor also licensed to practice other healing art) and 684.155 (Additional powers of board) (9) is confidential as provided under ORS 676.175 (Complaints and investigations confidential) .

(b) Any person who reports or provides information to the board under ORS 684.090 (Annual registration) , 684.100 (Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license) , 684.112 (Records of chiropractor also licensed to practice other healing art) , 684.150 (Powers and duties of board) and 684.155 (Additional powers of board) and who provides information in good faith shall not be subject to an action for civil damages as a result thereof. [Amended by 1953 c.556 §2; 1971 c.734 §129; 1973 c.265 §1; 1975 c.492 §5; 1979 c.744 §56; 1985 c.354 §5; 1987 c.376 §3; 1987 c.726 §3; 1989 c.224 §135; 1989 c.565 §1; 1991 c.892 §7; 1997 c.791 §36; 2005 c.730 §§45,84b; 2007 c.618 §6; 2009 c.756 §50]

Source: Section 684.100 — Grounds for discipline of licensee or refusal to license; restoration; suspension; competency examinations; confidential information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors684.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 675.025 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 675 / Section 675.025
675.025 Application of ORS 58.325 to 58.365
Status: in_force

ORS 58.325 (Application to professional licensing agencies) to 58.365 (Oregon State Bar as regulating board for attorneys) shall not apply to professional corporations rendering psychological services. [1985 c.90 §11]

Source: Section 675.025 — Application of ORS 58.325 to 58.365 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors675.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 700.030 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 700 / Section 700.030
700.030 Qualifications of environmental health specialist applicant
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to ORS 676.612 (Disciplinary authority) , upon application accompanied by payment of the applicable fees established under ORS 676.576 (Fees) , the Health Licensing Office shall issue a registration to any applicant who:

(a) Performs to the satisfaction of the Environmental Health Registration Board on an examination approved by the board; and

(b) Furnishes evidence satisfactory to the office that the applicant:

(A) Has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, 45 quarter hours or the equivalent semester hours in science courses related to environmental sanitation and two years of experience in environmental sanitation under the supervision of a registered environmental health specialist;

(B) Has a graduate degree in public or community health from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in environmental sanitation under the supervision of a registered environmental health specialist; or

(C) Possesses qualifications equivalent to those described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of this paragraph, as determined by the board by rule.

(2) For the purpose of meeting the qualifications set forth in subsection (1)(b)(A) of this section, accumulated schooling relevant to environmental sanitation gained while serving in the United States Public Health Service or a branch of the Armed Forces of the United States may be credited toward the educational requirement as evaluated by the current edition of the “Guide to Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services” by the American Council on Education.

(3) The office, in consultation with the board, shall establish by rule requirements for registration as an environmental health specialist when an individual’s date of employment precedes attainment of registration. [Amended by 1967 c.476 §7; 1975 c.600 §1; 1983 c.189 §1; 1995 c.572 §8; 2003 c.547 §93; 2005 c.648 §105; 2013 c.314 §59; 2013 c.568 §126; 2017 c.101 §26]

Source: Section 700.030 — Qualifications of environmental health specialist applicant; rules for employment prior to registration , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors700.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 672.250 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 672 / Section 672.250
672.250 Term
Status: in_force

(1) Upon the expiration of the term of any board member, the Governor shall appoint a person possessing the qualifications prescribed by ORS 672.240 (State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying) as a member of the State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying to serve for a term of four years from July 1.

(2) Every member of the board shall receive a certificate of appointment from the Governor and before beginning the term shall file with the Secretary of State the constitutional oath of office.

(3) The Governor:

(a) May remove any member of the board for misconduct, incapacity or neglect of duty.

(b) By appointment for the unexpired term, shall fill any vacancy caused by death, resignation or removal from office. [Amended by 1963 c.580 §33; 1971 c.751 §25; 1979 c.147 §2; 1981 c.143 §14]

Source: Section 672.250 — Term; certificate of appointment; oath; removal; vacancies , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors672.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.560 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.560
701.560 Definitions for ORS 701.560 to 701.595 and 701.605
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 701.560 (Definitions for ORS 701.560 to 701.595 and 701.605) to 701.595 (Failure to follow notice of defect procedure) and 701.605 (Recording of written warranty agreement) :

(1) “Contractor” means a person that performed services for the construction, alteration or repair of a residence.

(2) “Defect” means a deficiency, an inadequacy or an insufficiency arising out of or relating to the construction, alteration or repair of a residence. “Defect” includes a deficiency, an inadequacy or an insufficiency in a system, component or material incorporated into a residence.

(3) “Owner” means a person that possesses an interest in a residence or in land that is a residential site or has entered into a contract for the purchase of an interest in the residence or land. “Owner” includes:

(a) A homeowners association as defined in ORS 94.550 (Definitions for ORS 94.550 to 94.783) ;

(b) A managing entity as defined in ORS 94.803 (Definitions for ORS 94.803 and 94.807 to 94.945) ;

(c) An owners’ association as described in ORS 94.858 (Owners’ association) ;

(d) An association of unit owners as defined in ORS 100.005 (Definitions) ; and

(e) Any other entity that possesses an interest in a residence or represents owners of a residence.

(4) “Remediation” means the repair or replacement of some or all of the defects described in an owner’s notice of defect sent under ORS 701.565 (Notice of defect requirement) .

(5) “Residence” means:

(a) A residential structure as defined in ORS 701.005 (Definitions) ;

(b) Common property as defined in ORS 94.550 (Definitions for ORS 94.550 to 94.783) ; and

(c) A common element as defined in ORS 100.005 (Definitions) .

(6) “Secondary notice” means a copy of an owner’s notice of defect that a contractor, subcontractor or supplier sends to another contractor, subcontractor or supplier that may be responsible for a defect.

(7) “Subcontractor” means any person that performed services for the construction, alteration or repair of a residence at the request or direction of a contractor.

(8) “Supplier” means any person that furnished or manufactured the systems, components or materials incorporated into a residence as part of the construction, alteration or repair of the residence. [2003 c.660 §1]

Note: 701.560 (Definitions for ORS 701.560 to 701.595 and 701.605) to 701.605 (Recording of written warranty agreement) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 701 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 701.560 — Definitions for ORS 701.560 to 701.595 and 701.605 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 675.523 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 675 / Section 675.523
675.523 License or certification required to practice clinical social work
Status: in_force

A person may not practice clinical social work unless the person is a clinical social worker licensed under ORS 675.530 (License) or a clinical social work associate certified under ORS 675.537 (Certification as clinical social work associate) , except if the person is:

(1) Licensed or certified by the State of Oregon to provide mental health services, provided that the person is acting within the lawful scope of practice for the person’s license or certification and does not represent that the person is a regulated social worker;

(2) Certified to provide alcohol and drug abuse prevention services, intervention services and treatment in compliance with rules adopted under ORS 430.256 (Planning and administering alcohol and drug treatment programs) and 430.357 (Minimum standards) , provided that the person is acting within the lawful scope of practice for the person’s certification and does not represent that the person is a regulated social worker;

(3) Employed by or contracting with an entity that is certified or licensed by the State of Oregon under ORS 430.610 (Legislative policy) to 430.695 (Treatment of certain receipts as offsets to state funds) to provide mental health treatment or addiction services, provided that the person is practicing within the lawful scope of the person’s employment or contract;

(4) A recognized member of the clergy, provided that the person is acting in the person’s ministerial capacity and does not represent that the person is a regulated social worker; or

(5) A student in a social work graduate degree program that meets the requirements established by the State Board of Licensed Social Workers by rule. [2009 c.442 §4a; 2011 c.673 §42]

Source: Section 675.523 — License or certification required to practice clinical social work; exceptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors675.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.026 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.026
701.026 Subcontractor licensing
Status: in_force

(1) A contractor may not hire a contractor to perform work unless the contractor is licensed under this chapter and properly endorsed for the work to be performed or is exempt from licensure under ORS 701.010 (Exemptions from licensure) .

(2) Except as provided in ORS 671.540 (Application of ORS 671.510 to 671.760) , a contractor that is not licensed under ORS 671.560 (Issuance of license) shall hire a person licensed under ORS 671.560 (Issuance of license) to perform landscaping work. [Formerly 701.055]

Source: Section 701.026 — Subcontractor licensing; landscaping , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 681.700 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 681 / Section 681.700
681.700 Definitions for ORS 681.700 to 681.730
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 681.700 (Definitions for ORS 681.700 to 681.730) to 681.730 (Rules) , unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “Music therapist” means a person licensed to practice music therapy under ORS 681.700 (Definitions for ORS 681.700 to 681.730) to 681.730 (Rules) .

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Music therapy” means the clinical and evidence-based use of specialized music techniques to accomplish individualized goals of music therapy clients by employing strategies and tools that include but are not limited to:

(A) Acceptance of clients referred for music therapy by other health care or educational professionals, family members or caregivers;

(B) Assessment of clients to determine appropriate music therapy services;

(C) Development and implementation of individualized music therapy treatment plans that identify goals, objectives and strategies of music therapy that are appropriate for clients;

(D) Use of music therapy techniques such as improvisation, performance, receptive music listening, song writing, lyric discussion, guided imagery with music, learning through music and movement to music;

(E) Evaluation of a client’s response to music therapy techniques and to the client’s individualized music therapy treatment plan;

(F) Any necessary modification of the client’s individualized music therapy treatment plan;

(G) Any necessary collaboration with other health care professionals treating a client; and

(H) Minimizing of barriers that may restrict a client’s ability to receive or fully benefit from music therapy services.

(b) “Music therapy” does not include the diagnosis of physical, mental or communication disorders. [2015 c.632 §1]

Note: 681.700 (Definitions for ORS 681.700 to 681.730) to 681.730 (Rules) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 681 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 681.700 — Definitions for ORS 681.700 to 681.730 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors681.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 697.093 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 697 / Section 697.093
697.093 Enforcement
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services may:

(a) Undertake the investigations, including investigations outside this state, that the director considers necessary to determine whether a person has:

(A) Violated, is violating or is about to violate:

(i) ORS 697.015 (Registration requirement) , 697.031 (Registration procedure) , 697.045 (Status of accounts and claims assigned to agency) , 697.058 (Agency records) , 697.091 (Fees or compensation received in violation of law) , 697.105 (Fee for collection of debt owed public body) or 697.115 (Fee for collection of commercial debt) ;

(ii) A rule adopted under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) , 697.085 (Rules) or 697.086 (Rules for collection of child support payments) ; or

(iii) An order issued under this section;

(B) Filed information under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) that is false or untruthful; or

(C) Failed to maintain in effect the bond or an irrevocable letter of credit required under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) .

(b) Require a person to file a statement in writing, under oath or otherwise, concerning the matter being investigated.

(c) Take evidence from witnesses and compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, correspondence, memoranda, agreements or other documents or records that the director considers relevant or material to an investigation or proceeding.

(d) If the director has reason to believe that a person has:

(A) Violated, is violating or is about to violate ORS 697.015 (Registration requirement) , 697.031 (Registration procedure) , 697.045 (Status of accounts and claims assigned to agency) , 697.058 (Agency records) , 697.091 (Fees or compensation received in violation of law) , 697.105 (Fee for collection of debt owed public body) or 697.115 (Fee for collection of commercial debt) or a rule adopted under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) , 697.085 (Rules) or 697.086 (Rules for collection of child support payments) , issue an order to cease and desist from the violation.

(B) Filed information under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) that is false or untruthful, issue an order to correct the filing.

(C) Failed to maintain in effect the bond or an irrevocable letter of credit required under ORS 697.031 (Registration procedure) , issue an order to remedy the failure.

(2) The authority conferred by this section is in addition to and not in lieu of any other authority conferred on the director. [2005 c.338 §9]

Source: Section 697.093 — Enforcement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors697.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.810 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.810
677.810 License required to practice podiatry
Status: in_force

(1) No person shall practice podiatry without first obtaining from the Oregon Medical Board a license authorizing the practice of podiatry in this state, except as otherwise provided in ORS 677.805 (“Ankle” defined for ORS 677.805 to 677.840) to 677.840 (Fees) .

(2) It shall be deemed prima facie evidence of practicing podiatry within the meaning of ORS 677.805 (“Ankle” defined for ORS 677.805 to 677.840) to 677.840 (Fees) if any person uses the name or title podiatrist, podiatric physician and surgeon, chiropodist, D.S.C., D.P.M., D.P., foot expert, foot specialist, foot correctionist, or any other word, abbreviation or title indicating that the person was or is qualified and licensed to practice podiatry. [Formerly 682.020]

Source: Section 677.810 — License required to practice podiatry , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 694.065 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 694 / Section 694.065
694.065 Training and experience requirements
Status: in_force

(1) Before an applicant may take the qualifying examination for licensure under ORS 694.015 (Definitions for ORS 694.015 to 694.170) to 694.170 (Duties of council) , the applicant must:

(a) Meet the training and experience requirements established by the Health Licensing Office by rule;

(b) Meet the training requirements for licensure as an audiologist or for certification of a licensed physician by the American Board of Otolaryngology; or

(c) Meet the requirements for certification by the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences.

(2) An individual seeking to obtain the experience and training specified in subsection (1)(a) of this section necessary to take the examination shall obtain a trainee registration from the office pursuant to rules adopted by the office. A trainee registration issued pursuant to this subsection shall allow the holder of the registration to obtain training and experience under the direct supervision of a hearing aid specialist licensed in the State of Oregon or an audiologist licensed under ORS chapter 681. An audiologist who supervises trainees must comply with ORS 694.015 (Definitions for ORS 694.015 to 694.170) to 694.170 (Duties of council) and rules adopted under ORS 694.015 (Definitions for ORS 694.015 to 694.170) to 694.170 (Duties of council) , and is subject to ORS 694.991 (Penalties) , when supervising trainees.

(3) Examination of applicants for licensure under ORS 694.015 (Definitions for ORS 694.015 to 694.170) to 694.170 (Duties of council) shall be held at least once each quarter at such times and places as the office may determine.

(4) Timely and appropriate notice of the time and place of the examination shall be given to each applicant and to each licensed hearing aid specialist or audiologist supervising a temporary hearing aid specialist pursuant to rules adopted by the office.

(5) The office, in consultation with the Advisory Council on Hearing Aids, shall adopt rules establishing standards for examination scope, format, minimum acceptable performance and reexamination qualifications. The examination shall be sufficiently thorough to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of the applicant to practice as a hearing aid specialist. The examination may be in the form of written, oral or practical demonstration of skills, or a combination of any such types. [1959 c.634 §§5,5a; 1967 c.631 §5; 1985 c.227 §8; 1993 c.133 §4; 1997 c.319 §2; 1999 c.885 §45; 2003 c.547 §79; 2005 c.648 §93; 2009 c.701 §57; 2013 c.314 §53a; 2013 c.568 §115]

Source: Section 694.065 — Training and experience requirements; licensing examination; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors694.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.355 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.355
677.355 “Artificial insemination” defined
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 109.239 (Rights and obligations of children resulting from assisted reproduction) to 109.247 (Application of law to children resulting from assisted reproduction) , 677.355 (“Artificial insemination” defined) to 677.370 (Eligibility to be donor) and 677.990 (Penalties) (3), “artificial insemination” means introduction of semen into a woman’s vagina, cervical canal or uterus through the use of instruments or other artificial means. [1977 c.686 §1]

Note: 677.355 (“Artificial insemination” defined) to 677.370 (Eligibility to be donor) and 677.990 (Penalties) (3) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 677 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 677.355 — “Artificial insemination” defined , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 673.410 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 673 / Section 673.410
673.410 Oregon Board of Accountancy
Status: in_force

(1) There is created an Oregon Board of Accountancy consisting of seven members.

(2) Members of the board shall be appointed by the Governor for terms of three years, subject to confirmation by the Senate pursuant to Article III, section 4, of the Oregon Constitution.

(3) The board members must be appointed as follows:

(a) Four must have a current permit as a certified public accountant under the laws of this state and be actively engaged in public accountancy practice.

(b) One must have a current permit as a certified public accountant under the laws of this state and be employed in private industry, education or government or be actively engaged in public accountancy practice.

(c) One must be a member of the general public.

(d) One must have a current license as a public accountant under the laws of this state and be actively engaged in public accountancy practice.

(4) A person is not eligible for reappointment after the person’s third consecutive term until a period that is at least as long as the person’s appointed term has elapsed.

(5) The authority of the board to enforce the provisions of ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) includes the authority to:

(a) Regulate the practice of public accountancy by persons or business organizations holding certificates, licenses, permits or registrations issued under ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) .

(b) Adopt rules to implement the provisions of ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) .

(c) Adopt rules of professional conduct for the purpose of controlling the quality and probity of services offered by persons or business organizations holding certificates, licenses, permits or registrations issued under ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) . Rules of professional conduct adopted under this paragraph may concern:

(A) The independence, integrity and objectivity required to practice public accountancy;

(B) The competency and technical expertise required to practice public accountancy;

(C) Responsibilities to the public; and

(D) Responsibilities to clients.

(d) Adopt rules governing professional standards applicable to persons or business organizations holding certificates, licenses, permits or registrations issued under ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) .

(e) Appoint and fix the compensation of officers to serve at the pleasure of the board.

(f) Appoint advisory committees as the board deems necessary.

(g) Delegate administrative and enforcement duties as the board deems appropriate.

(h) Collect fees required under the provisions of ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) for deposit in the Oregon Board of Accountancy Fund established under ORS 673.425 (Oregon Board of Accountancy Fund) .

(i) Impose discipline authorized by ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) and issue cease and desist orders under ORS 673.170 (Disciplinary actions) .

(j) Impose civil penalties as authorized by ORS 673.400 (Civil penalties) and deposit moneys collected from the imposition of civil penalties into the Oregon Board of Accountancy Fund established under ORS 673.425 (Oregon Board of Accountancy Fund) .

(k) Issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of records, documents, books, papers, memoranda or other information necessary to conduct an investigation under ORS 673.170 (Disciplinary actions) .

(L) Conduct hearings, administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses and take testimony necessary to conduct an investigation under ORS 673.170 (Disciplinary actions) .

(m) Conduct criminal records checks as authorized by ORS 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) .

(6) The board shall exercise its authority under subsection (5) of this section, or as otherwise provided for by ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) , in a manner that is consistent with protecting the public interest, as described in ORS 673.015 (Statement of public interest in regulating practice of accountancy) . [Amended by 1963 c.580 §35; 1971 c.753 §30; 1981 c.89 §12; 1985 c.460 §1; 1987 c.414 §66; 1991 c.372 §2; 1997 c.3 §1; 1999 c.322 §26; 2015 c.451 §2]

Source: Section 673.410 — Oregon Board of Accountancy; confirmation; qualifications; enforcement authority; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors673.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 683.130 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 683 / Section 683.130
683.130 Clinics and instructors connected with educational institutions
Status: in_force

Any university or college of optometry in Oregon, which is recognized and approved by the Oregon Board of Optometry, may operate a clinic in conjunction therewith. Any optometrist licensed in another state, while a professor or instructor in such a college, may sign optometric prescriptions on behalf of the clinic, but not otherwise. Any optometrist licensed in Oregon may also sign optometric prescriptions on behalf of the clinic while a professor or instructor at such college.

Source: Section 683.130 — Clinics and instructors connected with educational institutions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors683.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 704.060 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 704 / Section 704.060
704.060 Certification process for participation in allocation of certain deer and elk permits
Status: in_force

(1) The State Marine Board shall establish a certification process for outfitters and guides who engage in providing outfitting and guiding services for the hunting of deer and elk to qualify for participation in the allocation of permits required by ORS 496.151 (Allocation of nonresident tags for outfitters and guides) . Certification shall include evaluation of education, training, experience and other matters regarding the qualification of individuals to provide the required services.

(2) The board may charge a fee for certification that is in addition to the fee required by this chapter for registration.

(3) Outfitters and guides must meet the certification requirements of this section in the calendar year prior to each deer and elk season in order to participate in the permit allocation referred to in ORS 496.151 (Allocation of nonresident tags for outfitters and guides) . [1997 c.342 §5; 1999 c.281 §1]

Source: Section 704.060 — Certification process for participation in allocation of certain deer and elk permits; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors704.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 686.110 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 686 / Section 686.110
686.110 Renewal of licenses or permits
Status: in_force

(1) A license or permit shall be renewed when the holder:

(a) Requests renewal;

(b) Pays a fee to the Oregon State Veterinary Medical Examining Board to be determined pursuant to ORS 686.255 (Fees) ; and

(c) Presents evidence of participation in approved professional educational activities during the previous year to the extent established by the board.

(2) Upon failure to pay renewal fees due to absence from the state or for other reasons, a license may be renewed upon payment of late fees set by the board. [Amended by 1963 c.133 §1; 1967 c.191 §2; 1975 c.619 §4; 1979 c.65 §1; 1979 c.743 §1; 1987 c.651 §6; 1993 c.491 §5]

Source: Section 686.110 — Renewal of licenses or permits , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors686.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 688.557 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 688 / Section 688.557
688.557 Authority of board to require fingerprints
Status: in_force

For the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check) , the Board of Medical Imaging may require the fingerprints of a person who:

(1) Is applying for a license, or renewal of a license, under ORS 688.445 (Licensing and renewal procedure) and 688.455 (License fee) ;

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Is employed or applying for employment by the board or provides services or seeks to provide services to the board as a contractor, vendor or volunteer; and

(b) Is, or will be, working or providing services in a position in which the person has or will have access to information that is confidential under state or federal laws, rules or regulations; or

(3) Is under investigation by the board pursuant to ORS 688.525 (Grounds for discipline) . [2007 c.619 §5; 2009 c.833 §17; 2013 c.87 §4]

Note: 688.557 (Authority of board to require fingerprints) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 688 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 688.557 — Authority of board to require fingerprints , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors688.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 689.005 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 689 / Section 689.005
689.005 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter:

(1) “Administer” means the direct application of a drug or device whether by injection, inhalation, ingestion, or any other means, to the body of a patient or research subject by:

(a) A practitioner or the practitioner’s authorized agent; or

(b) The patient or research subject at the direction of the practitioner.

(2) “Approved continuing pharmacy education program” means those seminars, classes, meetings, workshops and other educational programs on the subject of pharmacy approved by the State Board of Pharmacy.

(3) “Clinical pharmacy agreement” means an agreement between a pharmacist or pharmacy and a health care organization or a physician as defined in ORS 677.010 (Definitions for chapter) or a naturopathic physician as defined in ORS 685.010 (Definitions) that permits the pharmacist to engage in the practice of clinical pharmacy for the benefit of the patients of the health care organization, physician or naturopathic physician.

(4) “Continuing pharmacy education” means:

(a) Professional, pharmaceutical post-graduate education in the general areas of socio-economic and legal aspects of health care;

(b) The properties and actions of drugs and dosage forms; and

(c) The etiology, characteristics and therapeutics of the disease state.

(5) “Continuing pharmacy education unit” means the unit of measurement of credits for approved continuing education courses and programs.

(6) “Deliver” or “delivery” means the actual, constructive or attempted transfer of a drug or device other than by administration from one person to another, whether or not for a consideration.

(7) “Device” means an instrument, apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant, in vitro reagent or other similar or related article, including any component part or accessory, which is required under federal or state law to be prescribed by a practitioner and dispensed by a pharmacist.

(8) “Dispense” or “dispensing” means the preparation and delivery of a prescription drug pursuant to a lawful order of a practitioner in a suitable container appropriately labeled for subsequent administration to or use by a patient or other individual entitled to receive the prescription drug.

(9) “Distribute” means the delivery of a drug other than by administering or dispensing.

(10) “Drug” means:

(a) Articles recognized as drugs in the official United States Pharmacopoeia, official National Formulary, official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia, other drug compendium or any supplement to any of them;

(b) Articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in a human or other animal;

(c) Articles, other than food, intended to affect the structure or any function of the body of humans or other animals; and

(d) Articles intended for use as a component of any articles specified in paragraph (a), (b) or (c) of this subsection.

(11) “Drug order” means a written order, in a hospital or other inpatient care facility, for an ultimate user of any drug or device issued and signed by a practitioner, or an order transmitted by other means of communication from a practitioner, that is immediately reduced to writing by a pharmacist, licensed nurse or other practitioner.

(12) “Drug outlet” means a pharmacy, nursing home, shelter home, convalescent home, extended care facility, drug abuse treatment center, penal institution, hospital, family planning clinic, student health center, retail store, wholesaler, manufacturer, mail-order vendor or other establishment with facilities located within or out of this state that is engaged in dispensing, delivery or distribution of drugs within this state.

(13) “Drug room” means a secure and lockable location within an inpatient care facility that does not have a licensed pharmacy.

(14) “Electronically transmitted” or “electronic transmission” means a communication sent or received through technological apparatuses, including computer terminals or other equipment or mechanisms linked by telephone or microwave relays, or similar apparatus having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic or similar capabilities.

(15) “Injectable hormonal contraceptive” means a drug composed of a hormone or a combination of hormones that is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to prevent pregnancy and that a health care practitioner administers to the patient by injection.

(16) “Institutional drug outlet” means hospitals and inpatient care facilities where medications are dispensed to another health care professional for administration to patients served by the hospitals or facilities.

(17) “Intern” means a person who is enrolled in or has completed a course of study at a school or college of pharmacy approved by the board and who is licensed with the board as an intern.

(18) “Internship” means a professional experiential program approved by the board under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist registered with the board as a preceptor.

(19) “Labeling” means the process of preparing and affixing of a label to any drug container exclusive, however, of the labeling by a manufacturer, packer or distributor of a nonprescription drug or commercially packaged legend drug or device.

(20) “Manufacture” means the production, preparation, propagation, compounding, conversion or processing of a device or a drug, either directly or indirectly by extraction from substances of natural origin or independently by means of chemical synthesis or by a combination of extraction and chemical synthesis and includes any packaging or repackaging of the substances or labeling or relabeling of its container, except that this term does not include the preparation or compounding of a drug by an individual for their own use or the preparation, compounding, packaging or labeling of a drug:

(a) By a practitioner as an incident to administering or dispensing of a drug in the course of professional practice; or

(b) By a practitioner or by the practitioner’s authorization under supervision of the practitioner for the purpose of or as an incident to research, teaching or chemical analysis and not for sale.

(21) “Manufacturer” means a person engaged in the manufacture of drugs.

(22) “Nonprescription drug outlet” means a business or other establishment that is open to the general public for the sale or nonprofit distribution of nonprescription drugs and is registered under ORS 689.305 (Registration of drug outlets) .

(23) “Nonprescription drugs” means drugs that may be sold without a prescription and that are prepackaged for use by the consumer and labeled in accordance with the requirements of the statutes and regulations of this state and the federal government.

(24) “Person” means an individual, corporation, partnership, association or other legal entity.

(25) “Pharmacist” means an individual licensed by this state to engage in the practice of pharmacy or to engage in the practice of clinical pharmacy.

(26) “Pharmacy” means a place that meets the requirements of rules of the board, is licensed and approved by the board where the practice of pharmacy may lawfully occur and includes apothecaries, drug stores, dispensaries, hospital outpatient pharmacies, pharmacy departments and prescription laboratories but does not include a place used by a manufacturer or wholesaler.

(27) “Pharmacy technician” means a person licensed by the board who assists in the practice of pharmacy pursuant to rules of the board.

(28) “Practice of clinical pharmacy” means:

(a) The health science discipline in which, in conjunction with the patient’s other practitioners, a pharmacist provides patient care to optimize medication therapy and to promote disease prevention and the patient’s health and wellness;

(b) The provision of patient care services, including but not limited to post-diagnostic disease state management services; and

(c) The practice of pharmacy by a pharmacist pursuant to a clinical pharmacy agreement.

(29) “Practice of pharmacy” means:

(a) The interpretation and evaluation of prescription orders;

(b) The compounding, dispensing and labeling of drugs and devices, except labeling by a manufacturer, packer or distributor of nonprescription drugs and commercially packaged legend drugs and devices;

(c) The prescribing and administering of vaccines and immunizations and the providing of patient care services pursuant to ORS 689.645 (Vaccines, patient care services, drugs and devices) ;

(d) The administering of drugs and devices to the extent permitted under ORS 689.655 (Power to administer drugs and devices) ;

(e) The participation in drug selection and drug utilization reviews;

(f) The proper and safe storage of drugs and devices and the maintenance of proper records regarding the safe storage of drugs and devices;

(g) The responsibility for advising, where necessary or where regulated, of therapeutic values, content, hazards and use of drugs and devices;

(h) The monitoring of therapeutic response or adverse effect to drug therapy;

(i) The optimizing of drug therapy through the practice of clinical pharmacy;

(j) Patient care services, including medication therapy management and comprehensive medication review;

(k) The offering or performing of those acts, services, operations or transactions necessary in the conduct, operation, management and control of pharmacy;

(L) The prescribing and administering of injectable hormonal contraceptives and the prescribing and dispensing of self-administered hormonal contraceptives pursuant to ORS 689.689 (Prescription and administration or dispensation of certain contraceptives) ;

(m) The prescribing and dispensing of emergency refills of insulin and associated insulin-related devices and supplies pursuant to ORS 689.696 (Prescription and dispensation of emergency refills of insulin) ;

(n) The prescribing, dispensing and administering of preexposure prophylactic antiretroviral therapies and post-exposure prophylactic antiretroviral therapies, pursuant to ORS 689.704 (Preexposure and post-exposure antiretroviral therapies) and rules adopted by the board under ORS 689.645 (Vaccines, patient care services, drugs and devices) and 689.704 (Preexposure and post-exposure antiretroviral therapies) ; and

(o) The delegation of tasks to other health care providers who are appropriately trained and authorized to perform the delegated tasks.

(30) “Practitioner” means a person licensed and operating within the scope of such license to prescribe, dispense, conduct research with respect to or administer drugs in the course of professional practice or research:

(a) In this state; or

(b) In another state or territory of the United States if the person does not reside in Oregon and is registered under the federal Controlled Substances Act.

(31) “Preceptor” means a pharmacist or a person licensed by the board to supervise the internship training of a licensed intern.

(32) “Prescription drug” or “legend drug” means a drug that is:

(a) Required by federal law, prior to being dispensed or delivered, to be labeled with either of the following statements:

(A) “Caution: Federal law prohibits dispensing without prescription”; or

(B) “Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian”; or

(b) Required by any applicable federal or state law or regulation to be dispensed on prescription only or is restricted to use by practitioners only.

(33) “Prescription” or “prescription drug order” means a written, oral or electronically transmitted direction, given by a practitioner authorized to prescribe drugs, for the preparation and use of a drug. When the context requires, “prescription” also means the drug prepared under such written, oral or electronically transmitted direction.

(34) “Retail drug outlet” means a place used for the conduct of the retail sale, administering or dispensing or compounding of drugs or chemicals or for the administering or dispensing of prescriptions and licensed by the board as a place where the practice of pharmacy may lawfully occur.

(35) “Self-administered hormonal contraceptive” means a drug composed of a hormone or a combination of hormones that is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to prevent pregnancy and that the patient to whom the drug is prescribed may administer to oneself. “Self-administered hormonal contraceptive” includes, but is not limited to, hormonal contraceptive patches and hormonal contraceptive pills.

(36) “Third-party logistics provider” means an entity that:

(a) Provides or coordinates warehousing of, or other logistics services for, a product in interstate commerce on behalf of a manufacturer, wholesale distributor or dispenser of the product; and

(b) Does not take ownership of, or have responsibility to direct the sale or disposition of, the product.

(37) “Unit dose” means a sealed single-unit container so designed that the contents are administered to the patient as a single dose, direct from the container. Each unit dose container must bear a separate label, be labeled with the name and strength of the medication, the name of the manufacturer or distributor, an identifying lot number and, if applicable, the expiration date of the medication.

(38) “Wholesale distributor drug outlet” means a person, other than a manufacturer, manufacturer’s colicensed partner, third-party logistics provider or repackager, as defined in 21 U.S.C. 360eee(16), that is engaged in wholesale distribution, as defined in 21 U.S.C. 353(e)(4). [1979 c.777 §5; 1983 c.402 §1; 1985 c.565 §94; 1987 c.108 §1; 1989 c.608 §1; 1991 c.682 §1; 1993 c.272 §1; 1993 c.571 §1; 1997 c.729 §1; 1999 c.350 §2; 2001 c.623 §6; 2005 c.313 §11; 2009 c.326 §1; 2009 c.756 §71; 2011 c.245 §2; 2015 c.362 §3; 2015 c.649 §4; 2017 c.289 §1; 2017 c.356 §93; 2019 c.95 §4; 2021 c.365 §3; 2022 c.45 §25; 2023 c.93 §1]

Source: Section 689.005 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors689.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 675.330 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 675 / Section 675.330
675.330 Occupational Therapy Licensing Board Account
Status: in_force

(1) The Occupational Therapy Licensing Board Account is established in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund. All moneys received by the Occupational Therapy Licensing Board under ORS 675.210 (Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340) to 675.340 (Enforcement procedure) shall be deposited into the account and are continuously appropriated to the board to be used only for the administration and enforcement of ORS 675.210 (Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340) to 675.340 (Enforcement procedure) , 675.990 (Penalties) (2), 676.850 (Authority of regulatory boards to require cultural competency continuing education) and 676.860 (Suicide risk assessment, treatment and management continuing education for physical health care providers) . Any interest or other income from moneys in the account shall be credited to the account.

(2) All civil penalties collected or received for violations of or in prosecutions under ORS 675.210 (Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340) to 675.340 (Enforcement procedure) shall be deposited into the Occupational Therapy Licensing Board Account and shall be used only for the administration and enforcement of ORS 675.210 (Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340) to 675.340 (Enforcement procedure) . [1977 c.858 §16; 1991 c.460 §6; 2005 c.726 §22; 2011 c.597 §140; 2013 c.240 §4; 2017 c.511 §4]

Source: Section 675.330 — Occupational Therapy Licensing Board Account , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors675.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 675.368 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 675 / Section 675.368
675.368 Application of ORS 675.365 to 675.410
Status: in_force

ORS 675.365 (Definitions for ORS 675.365 to 675.410) to 675.410 (Duties of Health Licensing Office under ORS 675.365 to 675.410) apply to the provision of sexual abuse specific treatment to any person, regardless of whether the person:

(1) Self-refers for sexual abuse specific treatment;

(2) Has been convicted or adjudicated of a sex crime, as defined in ORS 163A.005 (Definitions for ORS 163A.005 to 163A.235) , or a sexual offense, as provided in ORS 163.305 (Definitions) to 163.467 (Private indecency) , and mandated by a court, a releasing authority, including the Oregon Youth Authority, or the Oregon Health Authority to successfully complete a sexual abuse specific treatment program;

(3) Has been referred for sexual abuse specific treatment by:

(a) The Department of Human Services;

(b) A district school board, public charter school or public or private institution of post-secondary education; or

(c) A county program for aging persons, persons with disabilities and veterans; or

(4) Has been referred for sexual abuse specific treatment prior to trial on a criminal charge. [2017 c.421 §3]

Note: 675.368 (Application of ORS 675.365 to 675.410) was added to and made a part of 675.365 (Definitions for ORS 675.365 to 675.410) to 675.410 (Duties of Health Licensing Office under ORS 675.365 to 675.410) by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 675.368 — Application of ORS 675.365 to 675.410 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors675.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 676.443 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 676 / Section 676.443
676.443 Guidelines, recommendations for prescription of opiates
Status: in_force

As soon as practicable after the establishment of guidelines or recommendations as described in this section, the Oregon Medical Board, the Oregon State Board of Nursing, the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine and the Oregon Board of Dentistry shall provide notice to the practitioners regulated by each board who are authorized under the laws of this state to prescribe opioids or opiates of any guidelines or recommendations established by any association of practitioners whose members are regulated by the boards. [Formerly 677.091]

Source: Section 676.443 — Guidelines, recommendations for prescription of opiates , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors676.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 681.752 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 681 / Section 681.752
681.752 Unauthorized practice of art therapy or use of title “art therapist”
Status: in_force

(1) A person may not engage in the practice of art therapy, purport to be engaged in the practice of art therapy or use a title, word or abbreviation, including “art therapist,” to indicate or imply that the person is authorized or qualified to engage in the practice of art therapy unless the person is licensed under ORS 681.743 (Licensed art therapist) or 681.746 (Licensed certified art therapist) .

(2) Subsection (1) of this section does not apply to:

(a) The practice of art therapy as an integral part of a supervised course of study in art therapy;

(b) A person who holds a master’s degree in art therapy and who is engaged in the practice of art therapy under supervision as part of clinical training to fulfill the supervised experience requirement to be credentialed as a registered art therapist;

(c) A person licensed under the laws of this state in a profession or occupation other than art therapy who uses art in a manner incidental to the person’s practice;

(d) A person who has training and national certification that attest to the person’s preparation and ability and who practices the profession or occupation in which the person is certified, if the person does not represent that the person is an art therapist;

(e) A person who is employed by a state, local or federal government agency or by a community mental health program or drug and alcohol treatment program authorized by this state, if the person provides services within the person’s scope of employment and the person does not use the term “art therapy” in connection with the services; or

(f) A person who is authorized by this state to provide mental health services if the person provides those services within the person’s authorized scope of practice and does not use the title “art therapist” in connection with the services. [2017 c.155 §5]

Note: See note under 681.740 (Definitions for ORS 681.740 to 681.758) .

Source: Section 681.752 — Unauthorized practice of art therapy or use of title “art therapist”; exemptions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors681.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 702.005 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 702 / Section 702.005
702.005 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 702.005 (Definitions) to 702.065 (Uniformity of law) , 702.200 (Student athlete rights) , 702.205 (Royalty payments) , 702.991 (Criminal penalties) and 702.994 (Civil penalties) :

(1) “Agency contract” means an agreement in which a student athlete authorizes a person to negotiate or solicit on behalf of the student athlete a professional sports services contract or an endorsement contract.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Athlete agent” means an individual who:

(A) Directly or indirectly recruits or solicits a student athlete to enter into an agency contract; or

(B) For compensation, procures employment or offers, promises, attempts or negotiates to obtain employment for a student athlete as a professional athlete or member of a professional sports team or organization;

(C) For compensation or in anticipation of compensation related to a student athlete’s participation in athletics:

(i) Serves the athlete in an advisory capacity on a matter related to finances, business pursuits or career management decisions; or

(ii) Manages the business affairs of the athlete by providing assistance with bills, payments, contracts or taxes;

(D) In anticipation of representing a student athlete for a purpose related to the athlete’s participation in athletics:

(i) Gives consideration to the athlete or another person;

(ii) Serves the athlete in an advisory capacity on a matter related to finances, business pursuits or career management decisions; or

(iii) Manages the business affairs of the athlete by providing assistance with bills, payments, contracts or taxes; or

(E) Is a licensed, registered or certified professional and offers or provides services to a student athlete customarily provided by members of the profession and the individual:

(i) Also recruits or solicits the athlete to enter into an agency contract;

(ii) Also, for compensation, procures employment or offers, promises, attempts or negotiates to obtain employment for the athlete as a professional athlete or member of a professional sports team or organization; or

(iii) Receives consideration for providing the services calculated using a different method than for an individual who is not a student athlete.

(b) “Athlete agent” does not include an individual who:

(A) Acts solely on behalf of a professional sports team or organization;

(B) Is employed by, and acts solely on behalf of, a publicly traded corporation engaged in consumer brand marketing and seeking to negotiate an endorsement contract;

(C) Serves a student athlete in an advisory capacity on a matter related to finances, business pursuits or career management decisions and the individual is:

(i) An employee of an educational institution acting exclusively as an employee of the institution for the benefit of the institution; or

(ii) A student of the educational institution participating in a clinic, studio, lab or other program created by the educational institution for educational, training or support purposes; or

(D) Is a licensed, registered or certified professional and offers or provides services to a student athlete customarily provided by members of the profession.

(3) “Athletic director” means:

(a) An individual responsible for administering the overall athletic program of an educational institution or, if an educational institution has separately administered athletic programs for male students and female students, the athletic program for males or the athletic program for females, as appropriate;

(b) If the educational institution is a public or private elementary school or secondary school and the educational institution does not have a person responsible for administering the overall athletic program:

(A) The principal of the educational institution; or

(B) If the educational institution does not have a principal, the person designated by the governing body of the school district, education service district or charter school to manage the educational institution; or

(c) If the educational institution is a technical or vocational school, community college or university and the educational institution does not have a person responsible for administering the overall athletic program:

(A) The president of the educational institution; or

(B) If the educational institution does not have a president, the person designated by the governing body of the educational institution to manage the educational institution.

(4) “Contact” means a communication, direct or indirect, between an athlete agent and a student athlete, to recruit or solicit the student athlete to enter into an agency contract.

(5) “Educational institution” means a public or private elementary school, secondary school, technical or vocational school, community college, university or other educational institution.

(6) “Endorsement contract” means an agreement under which a student athlete is employed or receives consideration to use on behalf of the other party any value that the student athlete may have because of publicity, reputation, following or fame obtained because of athletic ability or performance.

(7) “Enrolled” means registered for courses and attending athletic practice or class.

(8) “Intercollegiate sport” means a sport played at the collegiate level for which eligibility requirements for participation by a student athlete are established by a national association that promotes or regulates collegiate athletics.

(9) “Interscholastic sport” means a sport played between educational institutions that are not community colleges, colleges or universities.

(10) “Licensed, registered or certified professional” means an individual who is licensed, registered or certified as an attorney, dealer in securities, financial planner, insurance agent, real estate broker or sales agent, tax consultant or accountant or a member of a profession, other than that of athlete agent, who is licensed, registered or certified by the state or a nationally recognized organization that licenses, registers or certifies members of the profession on the basis of experience, education or testing.

(11) “Person” means an individual, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, business or nonprofit entity, joint venture, public body, as defined in ORS 174.109 (“Public body” defined) , or any other legal or commercial entity.

(12) “Professional sports services contract” means an agreement under which an individual is employed, or agrees to render services, as a player on a professional sports team, with a professional sports organization or as a professional athlete.

(13) “Record” means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.

(14) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Recruit or solicit” means attempt to influence the choice of an athlete agent by a student athlete or, if the athlete is a minor, a parent or guardian of the athlete.

(b) “Recruit or solicit” does not include giving advice on the selection of a particular athlete agent in a family, coaching or social situation unless the individual giving the advice does so because of the receipt or anticipated receipt of an economic benefit, directly or indirectly, from the agent.

(15) “Registration” means registration as an athlete agent pursuant to ORS 702.005 (Definitions) to 702.065 (Uniformity of law) , 702.991 (Criminal penalties) and 702.994 (Civil penalties) .

(16) “Sign” means, with present intent to authenticate or adopt a record:

(a) To execute or adopt a tangible symbol; or

(b) To attach to or logically associate with the record an electronic symbol, sound or process.

(17) “State” means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands or any territory or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.

(18) “Student athlete” means an individual who is eligible to attend an educational institution who engages in, is eligible to engage in or may be eligible in the future to engage in any interscholastic sport or intercollegiate sport. If an individual is permanently ineligible to participate in a particular interscholastic sport or intercollegiate sport, the individual is not a student athlete for purposes of that sport. [1999 c.1079 §1; 2001 c.300 §80; 2003 c.364 §56; 2005 c.525 §1; 2013 c.54 §1; 2015 c.767 §208; 2017 c.113 §2; 2021 c.422 §3; 2022 c.20 §2]

Source: Section 702.005 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors702.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 687.430 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 687 / Section 687.430
687.430 Waiver of required written examination
Status: in_force

A person licensed to practice direct entry midwifery under the laws of another state who demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Health Licensing Office that the person has passed a written examination at least equal to the written examination required of persons eligible for licensure under ORS 687.405 (“Direct entry midwifery” defined) to 687.495 (Collection of data on birth and fetal death outcomes) may have the written examination waived pursuant to standards of the State Board of Direct Entry Midwifery. [1993 c.362 §4; 2001 c.53 §2; 2005 c.648 §35; 2013 c.568 §55]

Source: Section 687.430 — Waiver of required written examination , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors687.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 703.140 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 703 / Section 703.140
703.140 Display of license
Status: in_force

(1) A polygraph examiner shall display prominently the license of the polygraph examiner at the place of business or employment of the polygraph examiner and a trainee shall display prominently the license of the trainee at the place of internship of the trainee.

(2) A polygraph examiner shall notify the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training in writing of any change in the principal place of business of the polygraph examiner within 30 days after the date of such change. Upon discovery by the department of failure by a licensee to comply with this section, the department shall suspend immediately such license. [1975 c.608 §24; 1997 c.853 §53]

Source: Section 703.140 — Display of license; notification of change of place of business , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors703.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 697.822 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 697 / Section 697.822
697.822 Remedy not exclusive
Status: in_force

The remedy provided for in ORS 697.718 (Liability for consumer’s ascertainable loss) :

(1) Is in addition to and not exclusive of other remedies provided by law.

(2) Does not limit a person’s statutory or common-law right to bring an action in any court for an act of a debt management service provider, or the right of the state to punish a person for violating a law. [1983 c.17 §24; 2009 c.604 §16]

Source: Section 697.822 — Remedy not exclusive , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors697.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 696.995 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 696 / Section 696.995
696.995 Civil penalties for violation of ORS 696.603, 696.606 or 696.612
Status: in_force

(1) Any person who violates ORS 696.603 (License requirement) , 696.606 (Real estate marketing organization license) or 696.612 (Grounds for disciplinary action) may be required by the Real Estate Commissioner to forfeit and pay to the General Fund of the State Treasury a civil penalty in an amount determined by the commissioner of:

(a) Not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first violation of ORS 696.603 (License requirement) , 696.606 (Real estate marketing organization license) or 696.612 (Grounds for disciplinary action) or a rule adopted pursuant thereto; or

(b) Not less than $500 nor more than $1,000 for the second and subsequent violations of ORS 696.603 (License requirement) , 696.606 (Real estate marketing organization license) or 696.612 (Grounds for disciplinary action) or a rule adopted pursuant thereto.

(2) In addition to the civil penalty set forth in subsection (1) of this section, any person who violates ORS 696.603 (License requirement) may be required by the commissioner to forfeit and pay to the General Fund of the State Treasury a civil penalty in an amount determined by the commissioner but not to exceed the amount by which such person profited from the transaction in violation of ORS 696.603 (License requirement) .

(3) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed as provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(4) The civil penalty provisions of this section are in addition to and not in lieu of other administrative sanctions. [1995 c.217 §10]

Source: Section 696.995 — Civil penalties for violation of ORS 696.603, 696.606 or 696.612 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors696.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 685.220 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 685 / Section 685.220
685.220 Report of suspected violation
Status: in_force

(1) Any Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine licensee shall, and any other person may, report to the board any suspected violation of the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Information pertaining to the report required by subsection (1) of this section shall remain confidential as provided in ORS 676.165 (Complaint investigation) .

(3) Any person who reports or provides information to the board under this section in good faith shall not be subject to an action for civil damages as a result thereof. [1985 c.624 §20; 2009 c.43 §33]

Source: Section 685.220 — Report of suspected violation; confidentiality of violation report information; liability of supplier , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors685.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 676.645 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 676 / Section 676.645
676.645 Renewal of certificate
Status: in_force

(1) A certificate issued under ORS 676.640 (Certification for practice of advanced nonablative esthetics procedures) (1) or (3) must be renewed annually. To renew a certificate under this section, a certified advanced esthetician must submit to the Health Licensing Office:

(a) A renewal application;

(b) Proof that the certified advanced esthetician has completed any continuing education requirements established by the Board of Certified Advanced Estheticians by rule; and

(c) The applicable renewal fee established under ORS 676.576 (Fees) .

(2) A temporary certificate issued under ORS 676.640 (Certification for practice of advanced nonablative esthetics procedures) (4) expires as prescribed by the office by rule. [2015 c.722 §4]

Source: Section 676.645 — Renewal of certificate; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors676.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 686.030 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 686 / Section 686.030
686.030 Acts constituting practice of veterinary medicine
Status: in_force

A person practices veterinary medicine, surgery or dentistry when the person does any of the following in this state:

(1) Diagnoses, treats or prognosticates an animal medical problem.

(2) Prescribes or administers a drug, medicine or treatment for the prevention, cure, amelioration, correction or modification of an animal problem or for euthanasia.

(3) Induces anesthesia in an animal.

(4) Performs a surgical or dental operation or procedure upon an animal.

(5) Performs an embryo transfer or pregnancy, sterility or fertility evaluation.

(6) Gives an instruction or demonstration regarding the acts described in this section, except as an agent or employee of this state or of the federal government.

(7) Advertises or represents in any manner, publicly or privately, that the person is willing to do any of the acts described in this section. [Amended by 1987 c.651 §2a]

Source: Section 686.030 — Acts constituting practice of veterinary medicine , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors686.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 671.710 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 671 / Section 671.710
671.710 Priority on satisfaction of claims
Status: in_force

(1) Determinations by the State Landscape Contractors Board or judgments against the surety bond, letter of credit or deposit of a landscape contracting business for claims filed during a 90-day period shall be satisfied in the priority listed in subsections (2) to (4) of this section. The payment of a claim filed during a 90-day period has priority over any claim filed during a subsequent 90-day period. A 90-day period begins on the date the first claim is filed with the board. A subsequent 90-day period begins on the date the first claim is filed with the board after the close of the preceding 90-day period.

(2) Determinations and judgments as a result of claims filed within a 90-day period against a landscape contracting business by owners of property upon which landscaping work was performed or was contracted to perform, or by the agents of the owner, have payment priority to the full extent of the bond, letter of credit or deposit over all other claims filed within the same 90-day period.

(3) If the total of all claims filed against a landscape contracting business by property owners or their agents under subsection (2) of this section within a 90-day period does not exhaust the bond, letter of credit or deposit, amounts due as a result of all other claims filed within the same 90-day period may be satisfied from the remainder of the bond, letter of credit or deposit, except that the total amount paid from any one bond to nonowner claimants may not exceed $3,000.

(4) If the total of all claims against a landscape contracting business within a single 90-day period exceeds the amount of the bond, letter of credit or deposit available for payment of those claims, payment from the bond, letter of credit or deposit shall be apportioned as the board determines, subject to the claim payment priorities established under this section.

(5) The total amount paid from any one bond for recovery of dispute resolution costs, interest and attorney fees may not exceed $3,000. [1973 c.832 §29d; 1979 c.840 §11; 1983 c.452 §19; 1999 c.34 §1; 2005 c.609 §19; 2007 c.149 §9; 2007 c.541 §39]

Source: Section 671.710 — Priority on satisfaction of claims , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors671.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 693.010 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 693 / Section 693.010
693.010 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “Apprentice plumber” means any person who is an apprentice under ORS 660.002 (Declaration of policy) to 660.210 (Tort liability of committees, officers, employees and agents) and who is employed by a licensed plumbing contractor for the purpose of assisting the journeyman plumber and learning the plumbing trade.

(2) “Board” means the State Plumbing Board.

(3) “Journeyman plumber” means any person holding a valid journeyman plumber license issued under this chapter.

(4) “Licensed plumbing contractor” means a person licensed as required under ORS 447.010 (Definitions for ORS 447.010 to 447.156 and 447.992) to 447.156 (Sale of uncertified plumbing products prohibited) to engage in the business of furnishing labor and material, or labor only, to install, alter and repair plumbing.

(5) “Plumbing” has the meaning given that term in ORS 447.010 (Definitions for ORS 447.010 to 447.156 and 447.992) . [Amended by 1971 c.753 §33; 1981 c.438 §10; 1993 c.744 §151; 2005 c.758 §41; 2007 c.271 §11]

Source: Section 693.010 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors693.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.122 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.122
701.122 Training requirements for individuals and businesses
Status: in_force

(1) The Construction Contractors Board, by rule, shall impose training requirements for individuals and businesses seeking to be licensed under this chapter. The training required by the board must relate to business practices and laws affecting construction contractors. The board shall adopt standards for programs that provide training that meets the requirements of this subsection.

(2) In establishing training requirements under subsection (1) of this section, the board shall take into consideration the availability of training programs within the state and shall encourage training providers to use the most up-to-date technology. The board shall recognize and grant credit for training provided by private organizations if the training program meets the standards established by the board under subsection (1) of this section. The board periodically shall review the qualifications of private organizations and instructors to determine compliance with the program standards. The board shall develop and make available to the public a list of public and private programs that provide training that meets the training requirements established by the board under subsection (1) of this section.

(3) The board, by rule, shall approve a test for applicants for licensing under ORS 701.046 (License application) . The test shall measure the applicant’s knowledge regarding business practices and laws that are the subject of the training required under subsection (1) of this section.

(4) Subsections (1) and (3) of this section do not apply to an applicant for licensing with endorsement solely as a residential or commercial developer. [Formerly 701.072]

Source: Section 701.122 — Training requirements for individuals and businesses; testing of business license applicant; exception; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 676.860 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 676 / Section 676.860
676.860 Suicide risk assessment, treatment and management continuing education for physical health care providers
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Board” means:

(A) Occupational Therapy Licensing Board;

(B) Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine;

(C) Oregon Medical Board;

(D) Oregon State Board of Nursing;

(E) Oregon Board of Physical Therapy; and

(F) State Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

(b) “Licensee” means a person authorized to practice one of the following professions:

(A) Occupational therapist, as defined in ORS 675.210 (Definitions for ORS 675.210 to 675.340) ;

(B) Certified registered nurse anesthetist, as defined in ORS 678.010 (Definitions for ORS 678.010 to 678.410) ;

(C) Chiropractic physician, as defined in ORS 684.010 (Definitions) ;

(D) Clinical nurse specialist, as defined in ORS 678.010 (Definitions for ORS 678.010 to 678.410) ;

(E) Naturopathic physician, as defined in ORS 685.010 (Definitions) ;

(F) Nurse practitioner, as defined in ORS 678.010 (Definitions for ORS 678.010 to 678.410) ;

(G) Physician, as defined in ORS 677.010 (Definitions for chapter) ;

(H) Physician assistant, as defined in ORS 677.495 (Definitions for ORS 677.495 to 677.535) ;

(I) Physical therapist, as defined in ORS 688.010 (Definitions for ORS 688.010 to 688.201) ; and

(J) Physical therapist assistant, as defined in ORS 688.010 (Definitions for ORS 688.010 to 688.201) .

(2) In collaboration with the Oregon Health Authority, a board shall adopt rules to require a licensee regulated by the board to report to the board, upon reauthorization to practice, the licensee’s completion of any continuing education regarding suicide risk assessment, treatment and management.

(3) A licensee shall report the completion of any continuing education described in subsection (2) of this section to the board that regulates the licensee.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A board shall document completion of any continuing education described in subsection (2) of this section by a licensee regulated by the board. The board shall document the following data:

(A) The number of licensees who complete continuing education described in subsection (2) of this section;

(B) The percentage of the total of all licensees who complete the continuing education;

(C) The counties in which licensees who complete the continuing education practice; and

(D) The contact information for licensees willing to share information about suicide risk assessment, treatment and management with the authority.

(b) The board shall remove any personally identifiable information from the data submitted to the board under this subsection, except for the personally identifiable information of licensees willing to share such information with the authority.

(c) For purposes of documenting completion of continuing education under this subsection, a board may adopt rules requiring licensees to submit documentation of completion to the board.

(5) A board, on or before March 1 of each even-numbered year, shall report to the authority on the data documented under subsection (4) of this section, as well as information about any initiatives by the board to promote suicide risk assessment, treatment and management among its licensees.

(6) The authority, on or before August 1 of each even-numbered year, shall report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to health care on the information submitted to the authority under subsection (5) of this section. The authority shall include in the report information about initiatives by boards to promote awareness about suicide risk assessment, treatment and management and information on how boards are promoting continuing education described in subsection (2) of this section to licensees.

(7) The authority may use the information submitted to the authority under subsection (5) of this section to develop continuing education opportunities related to suicide risk assessment, treatment and management for licensees and to facilitate improvements in suicide risk assessment, treatment and management efforts in this state. [2017 c.511 §1; 2019 c.43 §12; 2021 c.114 §2; 2023 c.346 §12]

Source: Section 676.860 — Suicide risk assessment, treatment and management continuing education for physical health care providers; completion reports and documentation; report to Legislative Assembly; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors676.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 670.010 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 670 / Section 670.010
670.010 Waiver of educational requirement for admission to examination for license or certificate to practice profession, trade or calling
Status: in_force

Any state board or commission that examines applicants for license or certification to practice a profession or engage in a trade or calling may, in its discretion, waive the educational requirement for admission to such examination, provided that the applicant furnishes evidence satisfactory to such state board or commission that the applicant is currently enrolled in a school, college or university approved by such state board or commission and will satisfy the educational requirement for admission to such examination on satisfactory completion of courses for which the applicant is currently enrolled and that this educational requirement will be met not later than four calendar months from the first day of the month following the month in which the examination is given. [1953 c.103 §1; 1975 c.429 §5; 1977 c.47 §1]

Source: Section 670.010 — Waiver of educational requirement for admission to examination for license or certificate to practice profession, trade or calling , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors670.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 671.085 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 671 / Section 671.085
671.085 Fees
Status: in_force

The State Board of Architect Examiners may impose fees that are reasonable and necessary to aid in the administration of ORS 671.010 (Definitions) to 671.220 (Board action to enjoin violations) and to regulate the practice of architecture in this state. The fees may include, but are not limited to, fees for accepting and processing applications and issuing and renewing certificates of registration. [1973 c.832 §20; 1977 c.803 §11; 1981 c.121 §3; 1983 c.50 §1; 1989 c.795 §1; 1991 c.703 §17; 1997 c.643 §11; 2003 c.14 §412; 2003 c.763 §6; 2013 c.196 §9; 2023 c.70 §11]

Source: Section 671.085 — Fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors671.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.370 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.370
677.370 Eligibility to be donor
Status: in_force

Semen may not be donated for use in artificial insemination by any person who:

(1) Has any disease or defect known by the person to be transmissible by genes; or

(2) Knows or has reason to know that the person has a sexually transmitted infection. [1977 c.686 §4; 2019 c.280 §14; 2019 c.456 §4]

Note: See note under 677.355 (“Artificial insemination” defined) .

Source: Section 677.370 — Eligibility to be donor , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 672.705 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 672 / Section 672.705
672.705 Fees
Status: in_force

In addition to any fees established by rule, the State Board of Geologist Examiners shall establish fees:

(1) For examination.

(2) For initial or renewal license.

(3) For initial or renewal certification in a specialty.

(4) For restoration of a license or certificate.

(5) For replacing a lost, destroyed or mutilated license or certificate.

(6) For initial or renewal certification as a geologist in training. [1977 c.612 §14; 1981 c.295 §4; 1995 c.349 §1; 1997 c.643 §26]

Source: Section 672.705 — Fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors672.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 703.335 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 703 / Section 703.335
703.335 Equipment police officer may use to detect deception or verify truth
Status: in_force

A police officer, as defined in ORS 243.005 (Definitions for ORS 243.005 to 243.045) , may use an instrument or mechanical device that does not comply with the minimum requirements under ORS 703.310 (Polygraph equipment requirements) (1) to test or question an individual for the purpose of detecting deception or verifying the truth of statements made by the individual if the police officer:

(1) Uses the instrument or mechanical device in the course of the officer’s official duties while investigating a crime; and

(2) Is certified to use the instrument or mechanical device by the agency that employs the officer. [2003 c.777 §5]

Source: Section 703.335 — Equipment police officer may use to detect deception or verify truth , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors703.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.060 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.060
701.060 Licensing in another category
Status: in_force

Any contractor licensed under this chapter may at any time apply for an additional or different endorsement. The Construction Contractors Board may charge a fee not to exceed $20 for each application. [1977 c.426 §2; 1981 c.618 §11; 1983 c.616 §7; 1989 c.430 §2; 1989 c.928 §5; 1999 c.402 §15; 2007 c.114 §9; 2007 c.836 §17]

Source: Section 701.060 — Licensing in another category; fee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 679.260 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 679 / Section 679.260
679.260 Oregon Board of Dentistry Account
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Board of Dentistry Account is established in the State Treasury separate and distinct from the General Fund.

(2) All moneys received by the Oregon Board of Dentistry under this chapter shall be paid to the State Treasury and credited to the Oregon Board of Dentistry Account. Any interest or other income derived from moneys paid into the account shall be credited monthly to the account.

(3) Moneys in the Oregon Board of Dentistry Account are appropriated continuously and shall be used only for the administration and enforcement of ORS 676.850 (Authority of regulatory boards to require cultural competency continuing education) and 680.010 (Definitions for ORS 680.010 to 680.205) to 680.205 (Services rendered under permit) and this chapter.

(4) Ten percent of the annual license fee to be paid by each licensee of the Oregon Board of Dentistry shall be used by the board to ensure the continued professional competence of licensees. Such activities shall include the development of performance standards and professional peer review. [Amended by 1957 c.552 §5; 1967 c.19 §3; 1967 c.282 §5; 1969 c.314 §103; 1973 c.427 §21; 1977 c.192 §8; 1977 c.747 §2; 2003 c.83 §8; 2011 c.597 §279; 2013 c.240 §10]

Source: Section 679.260 — Oregon Board of Dentistry Account; disbursement of receipts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors679.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 689.774 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 689 / Section 689.774
689.774 Rules
Status: in_force

The State Board of Pharmacy shall adopt rules to carry out ORS 689.770 (Definitions for ORS 689.770 to 689.780) to 689.780 (Immunity) , including but not limited to:

(1) Specifying categories of prescription drugs that the Charitable Prescription Drug Program may not distribute under the program;

(2) Prescribing the forms described in ORS 689.772 (Establishment of program) ;

(3) Establishing the criteria for licensure and regulation under the program;

(4) Establishing standards and procedures for accepting, storing, repackaging, distributing, shipping and disposing of donated prescription drugs under the program;

(5) Establishing standards and procedures for inspecting donated prescription drugs to ensure that the drugs comply with the requirements of this section and ORS 689.772 (Establishment of program) ; and

(6) Establishing record keeping and reporting requirements for the program. [2009 c.300 §4; 2016 c.14 §2]

Source: Section 689.774 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors689.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 682.059 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 682 / Section 682.059
682.059 Online publication of annual report
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall make publicly available on a website operated by or on behalf of the authority an annual report of the data collected by the authority under ORS 682.056 (Patient encounter data reporting) .

(2) The authority shall consult with the State Emergency Medical Service Committee to determine the data to include in the report required under this section.

(3) The report required under this section may not contain individually identifiable health information, as defined in ORS 192.556 (Definitions for ORS 192.553 to 192.581) , or other information protected from public disclosure by state or federal law. [2017 c.229 §5]

Note: 682.059 (Online publication of annual report) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 682 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 682.059 — Online publication of annual report , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors682.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 672.690 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 672 / Section 672.690
672.690 Civil penalties
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, a person who violates any provision of ORS 672.515 (Policy of ORS 672.505 to 672.705) to 672.705 (Fees) or any rule adopted thereunder is subject to payment of a civil penalty to the State Board of Geologist Examiners in an amount of not more than $1,000 for each offense.

(2) Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed as provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(3) Notwithstanding ORS 670.335 (Disposition of fees received by boards) , all penalties recovered shall be deposited into an account established as provided under ORS 182.470 (Accounts for and investment of moneys collected or received by semi-independent state agencies) . Moneys deposited are continuously appropriated to the board and shall be used only for the administration and enforcement of ORS 182.456 (Definitions for ORS 182.456 to 182.472) to 182.472 (Reports) and 672.505 (Definitions for ORS 672.505 to 672.705) to 672.705 (Fees) . [1983 c.450 §2; 1987 c.414 §50; 1991 c.734 §68; 1997 c.643 §25; 1999 c.1084 §64]

Source: Section 672.690 — Civil penalties , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors672.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 697.500 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 697 / Section 697.500
697.500 Definitions for ORS 697.500 to 697.555
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 697.500 (Definitions for ORS 697.500 to 697.555) to 697.555 (Civil penalties) :

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Check-cashing business” means a person that conducts a business that for a fee, service charge or other consideration provides money, credit or any other thing of value in exchange for payment instruments.

(b) “Check-cashing business” does not include a financial institution as defined in ORS 706.008 (Additional definitions for Bank Act) or an employee of a licensee.

(2) “Licensee” means a person licensed as a check-cashing business under ORS 697.514 (Application review and license issuance) .

(3) “Nationwide Multistate Licensing System” means a system that the Conference of State Bank Supervisors and the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators, or assigns of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors or the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators, develop and maintain for participating state agencies to use in licensing and registering mortgage loan originators and other persons that provide nondepository financial services.

(4) “Payment instrument” means:

(a) A check, warrant or draft issued by the federal government, a state government, a county or municipal government, or a federal or state agency;

(b) A payroll check; or

(c) A personal check, money order or any other check. [2007 c.358 §1; 2015 c.118 §1]

Source: Section 697.500 — Definitions for ORS 697.500 to 697.555 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors697.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.139 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.139
701.139 Complaint validity
Status: in_force

The Construction Contractors Board may determine the validity of a complaint described in ORS 701.140 (Types of allowable complaints) filed against a licensed contractor. A person must file the complaint within the applicable time limitation described in ORS 701.143 (Requirement for timely filing of complaints) . The complaint must be filed and resolved as follows:

(1) A complaint against a residential contractor that is not also endorsed as a commercial contractor involving work on a residential or small commercial structure must be resolved as provided in ORS 701.145 (Resolution of complaints involving work on residential structures or certain small commercial structures) .

(2) A complaint against a commercial contractor that is not also endorsed as a residential contractor involving work on a small commercial or large commercial structure or an appurtenance to a large commercial structure must be resolved as provided in ORS 701.146 (Resolution of complaints involving work on large commercial structures or certain small commercial structures) .

(3) A complaint against a contractor that is endorsed as both a residential contractor and a commercial contractor:

(a) Involving work on a residential structure must be resolved as provided under ORS 701.145 (Resolution of complaints involving work on residential structures or certain small commercial structures) .

(b) Involving work on a small commercial structure may be resolved as provided in ORS 701.145 (Resolution of complaints involving work on residential structures or certain small commercial structures) or 701.146 (Resolution of complaints involving work on large commercial structures or certain small commercial structures) , at the complainant’s election.

(c) Involving work on a large commercial structure or an appurtenance to a large commercial structure must be resolved as provided in ORS 701.146 (Resolution of complaints involving work on large commercial structures or certain small commercial structures) . [2001 c.197 §3; 2001 c.414 §5a; 2007 c.793 §11; 2007 c.836 §64; 2009 c.225 §2; 2011 c.170 §2; 2011 c.630 §§44,64; 2016 c.99 §6]

Source: Section 701.139 — Complaint validity; applicable resolution processes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 685.010 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 685 / Section 685.010
685.010 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter:

(1) “Accredited naturopathic school or college” means a naturopathic school or college that offers a four-year full-time resident program of study in naturopathy that:

(a) Leads to a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine; and

(b) Is approved by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine to meet the standards specifically incorporated into board rules.

(2) “Drugs” includes:

(a) Substances recognized as drugs in the official United States Pharmacopoeia, official National Formulary, official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States, other drug compendium or any supplement to any of them;

(b) Substances intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in a human;

(c) Substances, other than food, intended to affect the structure or any function of the body of humans; and

(d) Substances intended for use as a component of any substance specified in paragraph (a), (b) or (c) of this subsection.

(3) “Minor surgery” means the use of electrical or other methods for the surgical repair and care incident thereto of superficial lacerations and abrasions, benign superficial lesions and the removal of foreign bodies located in the superficial structures; and the use of antiseptics and local anesthetics in connection therewith.

(4) “Naturopathic medicine” means the discipline that includes physiotherapy, natural healing processes and minor surgery and has as its objective the maintaining of the body in, or of restoring it to, a state of normal health.

(5) “Naturopathic physician” means a person who holds a degree of Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and is licensed under this chapter. [Amended by 1953 c.557 §4; 1985 c.624 §3; 1989 c.575 §1; 1989 c.945 §3; 1993 c.42 §1; 1999 c.512 §1; 2003 c.154 §1; 2007 c.434 §1; 2009 c.43 §11; 2009 c.420 §1; 2015 c.224 §3]

Source: Section 685.010 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors685.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 676.815 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 676 / Section 676.815
676.815 Behavior analysis interventionists
Status: in_force

(1) The Health Licensing Office, in consultation with the Behavior Analysis Regulatory Board, shall establish by rule criteria for the registration of behavior analysis interventionists. The criteria must include, but are not limited to, the requirement that the applicant:

(a) Have a high school diploma, a modified diploma, a certificate for passing an approved high school equivalency test such as the General Educational Development (GED) test or a degree from a post-secondary institution;

(b) Be at least 18 years of age;

(c) Have successfully completed a state and nationwide criminal records check that requires fingerprinting;

(d) Have completed at least 40 hours of professional training in applied behavior analysis approved by the office by rule; and

(e) Receive ongoing training and supervision by a licensed behavior analyst, by a licensed assistant behavior analyst or by another licensed health care professional.

(2) The office shall adopt rules to establish guidelines for the professional methods and procedures to be used by behavior analysis interventionists registered under this section.

(3) The office shall adopt rules to establish a process to issue a provisional registration to an applicant for registration under subsection (1) of this section. The provisional registration:

(a) Must be issued to the applicant if the applicant meets the criteria for registration under subsection (1) of this section;

(b) Must be issued within five business days of the date on which the office received the completed application for registration under subsection (1) of this section if, within the five-day period, the office has not issued to the applicant a registration under subsection (1) of this section; and

(c) Expires on the date on which registration under subsection (1) of this section is issued to the applicant or, if the applicant is denied registration,on the date on which the registration is denied. [2015 c.674 §4; 2017 c.66 §26; 2017 c.167 §1; 2017 c.726 §13; 2023 c.394 §1; 2023 c.500 §2]

Source: Section 676.815 — Behavior analysis interventionists; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors676.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 673.710 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 673 / Section 673.710
673.710 Names of tax preparers and other information furnished by Department of Revenue
Status: in_force

(1) If a personal income tax return is prepared by someone other than the taxpayer, the Department of Revenue may furnish to the State Board of Tax Practitioners a copy of that portion of the return that shows:

(a) The name, business name and address of the preparer;

(b) The date of preparation; and

(c) The signature of the preparer.

(2) In instances where the department or the board has reasonable grounds to believe the person preparing the return prepared it in violation of ORS 673.605 (Definitions for ORS 673.605 to 673.740) to 673.740 (Educational program as remedy) , the department may furnish the following additional information:

(a) The name and address of the taxpayer;

(b) The identifying number used on any form, report or schedule filed as part of the return;

(c) The tax year reported on the return, or any portion of the return; and

(d) The information described in ORS 314.835 (Divulging particulars of returns and reports prohibited) .

(3) The board, its members, officers and employees, shall use the names and addresses furnished under this section solely in the enforcement of ORS 673.605 (Definitions for ORS 673.605 to 673.740) to 673.740 (Educational program as remedy) and shall not otherwise divulge or make known such information. Any person who violates this prohibition against disclosure, upon conviction, is punishable as provided in ORS 314.991 (Penalties) (2). [1975 c.425 §2; 1979 c.690 §15; 1999 c.106 §1; 2009 c.640 §4]

Source: Section 673.710 — Names of tax preparers and other information furnished by Department of Revenue; use of information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors673.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 678.128 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 678 / Section 678.128
678.128 Liability of complainants, witnesses, investigators, counsel and board members in disciplinary proceedings
Status: in_force

(1) Members of the Oregon State Board of Nursing, members of its administrative and investigative staff and its attorneys acting as prosecutors or counsel shall have the same privileges and immunities from civil and criminal proceedings arising by reason of official actions as prosecuting and judicial officers of the state.

(2) No person who has made a complaint as to the conduct of a licensee of the board or who has given information or testimony relative to a proposed or pending proceeding for misconduct against the licensee of the board, shall be answerable for any such act in any proceeding except for perjury. [1981 c.369 §13]

Source: Section 678.128 — Liability of complainants, witnesses, investigators, counsel and board members in disciplinary proceedings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors678.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 676.410 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 676 / Section 676.410
676.410 Information required for renewal of certain licenses
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “health care workforce regulatory board” means the:

(a) State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology;

(b) State Board of Chiropractic Examiners;

(c) State Board of Licensed Social Workers;

(d) Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists;

(e) Oregon Board of Dentistry;

(f) Board of Licensed Dietitians;

(g) State Board of Massage Therapists;

(h) Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine;

(i) Oregon State Board of Nursing;

(j) Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologist Licensing Board;

(k) Oregon Board of Optometry;

(L) State Board of Pharmacy;

(m) Oregon Medical Board;

(n) Occupational Therapy Licensing Board;

(o) Oregon Board of Physical Therapy;

(p) Oregon Board of Psychology; and

(q) Board of Medical Imaging.

(2) An individual applying to renew a license with a health care workforce regulatory board must provide the information prescribed by the Oregon Health Authority pursuant to subsection (3) of this section to the health care workforce regulatory board. Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, a health care workforce regulatory board may not approve an application to renew a license until the applicant provides the information.

(3) The authority shall collaborate with each health care workforce regulatory board to adopt rules establishing:

(a) The information that must be provided to a health care workforce regulatory board under subsection (2) of this section, which may include:

(A) Demographics, including race and ethnicity.

(B) Education and training information.

(C) License information.

(D) Employment information.

(E) Primary and secondary practice information.

(F) Anticipated changes in the practice.

(G) Languages spoken.

(b) The manner and form of providing information under subsection (2) of this section.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Subject to paragraph (b) of this subsection, a health care workforce regulatory board shall report health care workforce information collected under subsection (2) of this section to the authority.

(b) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this subsection, personally identifiable information collected under subsection (2) of this section is confidential and a health care workforce regulatory board and the authority may not release such information.

(c) A health care workforce regulatory board may release personally identifiable information collected under subsection (2) of this section to a law enforcement agency for investigative purposes or to the authority for state health planning purposes.

(5) A health care workforce regulatory board may adopt rules to perform the board’s duties under this section.

(6) In addition to renewal fees that may be imposed by a health care workforce regulatory board, the authority shall establish fees to be paid by individuals applying to renew a license with a health care workforce regulatory board. The amount of fees established under this subsection must be reasonably calculated to reimburse the actual cost of obtaining or reporting information as required by subsection (2) of this section.

(7) Using information collected under subsection (2) of this section, the authority shall create and maintain a health care workforce database. The authority shall provide data from the health care workforce database and may provide data from other relevant sources, including data related to the diversity of this state’s health care workforce, upon request to state agencies and to the Legislative Assembly. The authority may contract with a private or public entity to establish and maintain the database and to perform data analysis. [2009 c.595 §1175; 2011 c.630 §23; 2013 c.14 §9; 2015 c.318 §40; 2015 c.380 §1; 2017 c.6 §24; 2019 c.3 §3; 2019 c.43 §8]

Note: Section 3, chapter 380, Oregon Laws 2015, provides:

Sec. 3. (1) For individuals applying to renew a license to practice a regulated profession with the Oregon Board of Dentistry, Board of Licensed Dietitians, Oregon State Board of Nursing, State Board of Pharmacy, Oregon Medical Board, Occupational Therapy Licensing Board and Physical Therapist Licensing Board, the amendments to ORS 676.410 (Information required for renewal of certain licenses) by section 1, chapter 380, Oregon Laws 2015, apply to applications to renew a license to practice a regulated profession that are submitted on or after January 1, 2016.

(2) For individuals applying to renew a license to practice a regulated profession with the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, State Board of Chiropractic Examiners, State Board of Licensed Social Workers, Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, State Board of Massage Therapists, Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine, Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologist Licensing Board, Oregon Board of Optometry, Oregon Board of Psychology and Board of Medical Imaging, the amendments to ORS 676.410 (Information required for renewal of certain licenses) by section 1, chapter 380, Oregon Laws 2015, apply to applications to renew a license to practice a regulated profession that are submitted on or after the date on which rules are adopted for health care workers regulated by a health care workforce regulatory board pursuant to ORS 676.410 (Information required for renewal of certain licenses) (3). [2015 c.380 §3; 2017 c.6 §25]

Source: Section 676.410 — Information required for renewal of certain licenses; confidentiality; data collection; fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors676.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 673.360 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 673 / Section 673.360
673.360 Injunctions
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever in the judgment of the Oregon Board of Accountancy any person has engaged, or is about to engage, in any acts or practices that constitute or may constitute a violation of any of the provisions of ORS 673.010 (Definitions for ORS 673.010 to 673.465) to 673.465 (Authority of Oregon Board of Accountancy to require fingerprints) , the board may apply to the court for an order enjoining the acts or practices, and upon a showing by the board that the person has engaged, or is about to engage, in any such acts or practices, an injunction, restraining order or other order may be granted by the court without bond.

(2) The board may apply to the court for an injunction against a person for failure to comply with a cease and desist order. [Amended by 1999 c.322 §21; 2005 c.39 §4]

Source: Section 673.360 — Injunctions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors673.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 678.038 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 678 / Section 678.038
678.038 Registered nurse employed in school, education service district or local public health authority
Status: in_force

A registered nurse who is employed by a public or private school, or by an education service district or a local public health authority as defined in ORS 431.003 (Definitions) to provide nursing services at a public or private school, may accept an order from a physician licensed to practice medicine in another state or territory of the United States if the order is related to the care or treatment of a student who has been enrolled at the school for not more than 90 days. [2015 c.112 §2; 2016 c.26 §6; 2017 c.409 §26]

Source: Section 678.038 — Registered nurse employed in school, education service district or local public health authority , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors678.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 693.060 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 693 / Section 693.060
693.060 Issuance of journeyman’s license
Status: in_force

The State Plumbing Board shall issue a license to a person who:

(1) By the examination provided for by this chapter is shown to be fit, competent and qualified to engage in the trade of journeyman plumber;

(2) Complies with board rules adopted under ORS 455.117 (Adoption of rules governing licensing, certification or registration) ; and

(3) Pays the applicable application fee established by the board under ORS 693.135 (Fees) . [Amended by 1973 c.734 §5; 1981 c.438 §15; 2005 c.758 §46; 2007 c.271 §13]

Source: Section 693.060 — Issuance of journeyman’s license , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors693.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.082 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.082
677.082 Expression of regret or apology
Status: in_force

(1) For the purposes of any civil action against a person licensed by the Oregon Medical Board or a health care institution, health care facility or other entity that employs the person or grants the person privileges, any expression of regret or apology made by or on behalf of the person, the institution, the facility or other entity, including an expression of regret or apology that is made in writing, orally or by conduct, does not constitute an admission of liability.

(2) A person who is licensed by the Oregon Medical Board, or any other person who makes an expression of regret or apology on behalf of a person who is licensed by the Oregon Medical Board, may not be examined by deposition or otherwise in any civil or administrative proceeding, including any arbitration or mediation proceeding, with respect to an expression of regret or apology made by or on behalf of the person, including expressions of regret or apology that are made in writing, orally or by conduct. [2003 c.384 §1; 2011 c.30 §5]

Note: 677.082 (Expression of regret or apology) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 677 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 677.082 — Expression of regret or apology , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 687.021 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 687 / Section 687.021
687.021 Practice of massage without license prohibited
Status: in_force

(1) A person may not:

(a) Engage in or purport to engage in the practice of massage without a massage therapist license issued by the State Board of Massage Therapists under ORS 687.051 (Qualifications of applicants) .

(b) Operate a massage facility or purport to operate a massage facility without a permit issued by the board under ORS 687.059 (Massage facilities) , unless the person is an individual massage therapist who is working out of the individual’s home.

(c) Advertise that the person engages in the practice of massage unless the person is licensed under ORS 687.051 (Qualifications of applicants) or holds a permit under ORS 687.059 (Massage facilities) .

(d) Use the word “massage” in a business name unless the person is licensed under ORS 687.051 (Qualifications of applicants) or holds a permit under ORS 687.059 (Massage facilities) .

(2) The board may exempt by rule a type of massage facility from the prohibition in subsection (1)(b) of this section if the board finds that requiring a permit for that type of facility is not necessary to regulate the practice of massage therapy or to protect the health and safety of the public.

(3) The Attorney General, the prosecuting attorney of any county or the board may maintain an action for an injunction against a person violating this section. An injunction may be issued without proof of actual damages sustained by a person. An injunction does not relieve a person from criminal prosecution for violating this section or from any other civil, criminal or disciplinary remedy. [1955 c.492 §2; 1971 c.650 §36; 1977 c.507 §2; 1979 c.89 §2; 1985 c.82 §2; 1989 c.841 §2; 1997 c.626 §3; 1999 c.537 §6; 2013 c.409 §2]

Source: Section 687.021 — Practice of massage without license prohibited; operation of massage facility without permit prohibited; injunction against violation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors687.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.570 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.570
701.570 Secondary notice of defect
Status: in_force

(1) A contractor, subcontractor or supplier that receives a notice of defect sent under ORS 701.565 (Notice of defect requirement) shall, not later than 14 days after receiving the notice of defect, send a secondary notice to any other known contractor, subcontractor or supplier that may be responsible for some or all of the defects described in the notice of defect. The contractor, subcontractor or supplier must send the secondary notice by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, to an address described in ORS 701.565 (Notice of defect requirement) (2). The secondary notice must be accompanied by a statement describing the basis for contending that the other contractor, subcontractor or supplier may be responsible for some or all of the defects.

(2) A contractor, subcontractor or supplier that receives a notice of defect or secondary notice may send the owner a written request to conduct a visual examination of the residence. The written request must be sent not later than 14 days after the requesting contractor, subcontractor or supplier receives a notice of defect or secondary notice. The written request to conduct a visual examination of the residence must state the estimated time required for the visual examination.

(3) A contractor, subcontractor or supplier that receives a notice of defect or secondary notice may send the owner a written request to inspect the residence. The written request must be sent not later than 14 days after the requesting contractor, subcontractor or supplier conducted a visual examination of the residence. The written request to inspect the residence must state the nature and scope of the inspection, whether any testing is to be performed and the estimated time required for the inspection. The recipient of a secondary notice that requests to inspect the residence shall send a copy of the request to the sender of the secondary notice.

(4) A contractor, subcontractor or supplier that sends a secondary notice and intends to hold the recipient of the secondary notice liable for a defect described in a notice of defect shall coordinate the scheduling of any inspection with the owner and all recipients of a secondary notice from the contractor, subcontractor or supplier. The contractor, subcontractor or supplier shall deliver a copy of any written request to inspect the residence to each recipient of the secondary notice in time to provide the recipient with an opportunity to attend the requested inspection and to participate in any remediation. The sender of a secondary notice shall give reasonable advance notice to the owner or the owner’s legal representative, if any, of the identity of any contractor, subcontractor or supplier who will attend the inspection.

(5) Unless otherwise agreed to by the owner, a contractor, subcontractor or supplier that receives a notice of defect or secondary notice shall send a written response to the owner not later than 90 days after the contractor, subcontractor or supplier receives a notice of defect or secondary notice. A contractor, subcontractor or supplier that receives a secondary notice also shall send a copy of the written response to the sender of the secondary notice. The written response must be sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. The written response must include:

(a) One or more of the following for each defect described in the notice of defect or secondary notice or discovered during the course of any visual examination or inspection:

(A) An acknowledgment of the existence, nature and extent of the defect without regard to responsibility for the defect.

(B) A statement describing the existence of a defect different in nature or extent from the defect described in the notice of defect or secondary notice, without regard to responsibility for the defect.

(C) A denial of the existence of the defect.

(b) A copy of the documents described in ORS 701.575 (Availability of residence) (4).

(c) One or more of the following:

(A) An offer to perform some or all of the remediation. The offer must specify the date by which the offered remediation will be completed.

(B) An offer to pay a stated amount of monetary compensation to the owner for some or all of the acknowledged defects and any incidental damage. The offer must specify the date by which payment will be made.

(C) A denial of responsibility for some or all of the acknowledged defects or incidental damage. [2003 c.660 §3; 2011 c.268 §2]

Note: See note under 701.560 (Definitions for ORS 701.560 to 701.595 and 701.605) .

Source: Section 701.570 — Secondary notice of defect; inspection of residence; response to notice or secondary notice , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 684.030 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 684 / Section 684.030
684.030 Application of public health laws
Status: in_force

Chiropractic physicians shall observe and be subject to all state and municipal regulations relating to the control of contagious and infectious diseases, sign reports of live birth and death, and report all matters pertaining to public health to the proper health officers the same as other practitioners. [Amended by 2013 c.366 §78]

Source: Section 684.030 — Application of public health laws , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors684.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.010 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.010
677.010 Definitions for chapter
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, subject to the exemptions in ORS 677.060 (Persons and practices not within scope of chapter) and unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “Approved internship” means the first year of post-graduate training served in a hospital that is approved by the board or by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education, the American Osteopathic Association or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

(2) “Approved school of medicine” means a school offering a full-time resident program of study in medicine or osteopathic medicine leading to a degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, such program having been fully accredited or conditionally approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, or its successor agency, or the American Osteopathic Association, or its successor agency, or having been otherwise determined by the board to meet the association standards as specifically incorporated into board rules.

(3) “Board” means the Oregon Medical Board.

(4) “Diagnose” means to examine another person in any manner to determine the source or nature of a disease or other physical or mental condition, or to hold oneself out or represent that a person is so examining another person. It is not necessary that the examination be made in the presence of such other person; it may be made on information supplied either directly or indirectly by such other person.

(5) “Dispense” means the preparation and delivery of a prescription drug, pursuant to a lawful order of a practitioner, in a suitable container appropriately labeled for subsequent administration to or use by a patient or other individual entitled to receive the prescription drug.

(6) “Dispensing physician” means a physician or podiatric physician and surgeon who purchases prescription drugs for the purpose of dispensing them to patients or other individuals entitled to receive the prescription drug and who dispenses them accordingly.

(7) “Drug” means all medicines and preparations for internal or external use of humans, intended to be used for the cure, mitigation or prevention of diseases or abnormalities of humans, which are recognized in any published United States Pharmacopoeia or National Formulary, or otherwise established as a drug.

(8) “Fellow” means an individual who has not qualified under ORS 677.100 (Qualifications of applicant for license) (1) and (2) and who is pursuing some special line of study as part of a supervised program of a school of medicine, a hospital approved for internship or residency training, or an institution for medical research or education that provides for a period of study under the supervision of a responsible member of that hospital or institution, such school, hospital or institution having been approved by the board.

(9) “Intern” means an individual who has entered into a hospital or hospitals for the first year of post-graduate training.

(10) “License” means permission to practice, whether by license, registration or certification.

(11) “Licensee” means an individual holding a valid license issued by the board.

(12) “Physical incapacity” means a condition that renders an individual licensed under this chapter unable to practice under that license with professional skill and safety by reason of physical illness or physical deterioration that adversely affects cognition, motor or perceptive skill.

(13) “Physician” means a person who holds a degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or a person who holds a degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine if the context in which the term “physician” is used does not authorize or require the person to practice outside the scope of a license issued under ORS 677.805 (“Ankle” defined for ORS 677.805 to 677.840) to 677.840 (Fees) .

(14) “Podiatric physician and surgeon” means a physician licensed under ORS 677.805 (“Ankle” defined for ORS 677.805 to 677.840) to 677.840 (Fees) to practice podiatry.

(15) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Podiatry” means:

(A) The diagnosis or the medical, physical or surgical treatment of ailments of the human foot, ankle and tendons directly attached to and governing the function of the foot and ankle, and treatment involving the use of a general or spinal anesthetic if that treatment is performed in a hospital licensed under ORS 441.025 (License issuance) or in an ambulatory surgical center licensed by the Oregon Health Authority and is under the supervision of or in collaboration with a podiatric physician and surgeon;

(B) Assisting in the performance of surgery, as provided in ORS 677.814 (Assisting in surgery) ; and

(C) The treatment of skin, skin-related structures and subcutaneous masses, and wounds involving skin, skin-related structures and subcutaneous masses, on the human leg no further proximal than the tibial tubercle.

(b) “Podiatry” does not include administering general or spinal anesthetics or the amputation of the entire foot.

(16) “Prescribe” means to direct, order or designate the use of or manner of using by spoken or written words or other means.

(17) “Resident” means an individual who, after the first year of post-graduate training, in order to qualify for some particular specialty in the field of medicine, pursues a special line of study as part of a supervised program of a hospital approved by the board. [Amended by 1961 c.400 §1; 1967 c.470 §3; 1979 c.778 §1; 1981 c.220 §2; 1983 c.486 §2; 1985 c.322 §9; 1989 c.830 §1; 1999 c.785 §1; 2005 c.760 §1; 2007 c.70 §301; 2009 c.756 §21; 2013 c.129 §1; 2017 c.409 §21; 2023 c.418 §1]

Source: Section 677.010 — Definitions for chapter , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.081 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.081
701.081 Residential contractors
Status: in_force

(1) A residential general contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $25,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $500,000; and

(c) Have a responsible managing individual who meets the requirements of ORS 701.091 (Responsible managing individual) .

(2) A residential specialty contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $20,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount not less than $300,000; and

(c) Have a responsible managing individual who meets the requirements of ORS 701.091 (Responsible managing individual) .

(3) A residential limited contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount not less than $100,000; and

(c) Have a responsible managing individual who meets the requirements of ORS 701.091 (Responsible managing individual) .

(4) A residential developer shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $25,000; and

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount not less than $500,000.

(5) A residential locksmith services contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $100,000; and

(c) Have a responsible managing individual for the business who is certified as a locksmith under ORS 701.485 (Standards of practice and professional conduct) .

(6) A home inspector services contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $100,000; and

(c) Have a responsible managing individual for the business who is certified as a home inspector under ORS 701.445 (Home inspectors) .

(7) A home services contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000; and

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $100,000.

(8) A home energy performance score contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000;

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $100,000; and

(c) Have an owner or employee that is certified by the board as a home energy assessor.

(9) A residential restoration contractor shall:

(a) Obtain a surety bond under ORS 701.068 (Bonding requirements) in the amount of $15,000; and

(b) Obtain general liability insurance under ORS 701.073 (Insurance required of licensed contractors) in an amount of not less than $100,000. [2007 c.836 §3; 2013 c.300 §9; 2013 c.383 §11; 2015 c.498 §6; 2023 c.254 §1]

Source: Section 701.081 — Residential contractors; bond; insurance; responsible managing individual , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 685.145 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 685 / Section 685.145
685.145 Council on Naturopathic Physicians Formulary
Status: in_force

(1) The Council on Naturopathic Physicians Formulary is established. The council consists of seven members appointed as follows:

(a) One member of the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine appointed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine;

(b) One physician licensed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine appointed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine;

(c) Two pharmacists licensed by the State Board of Pharmacy appointed by the State Board of Pharmacy;

(d) One physician licensed by the Oregon Medical Board appointed by the Oregon Medical Board; and

(e) Two additional members appointed by the council who hold an advanced degree in a medical or pharmaceutical science.

(2) The chair of the council shall be elected by a majority of the members.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The council shall establish a formulary of drugs that may be administered or prescribed by a naturopathic physician. The council shall review the formulary periodically.

(b) A naturopathic physician may request that the council add a drug to the formulary by submitting an application in a form prescribed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine. If the council determines that the drug may be beneficial in the practice of naturopathic medicine, the council may add the drug to the formulary.

(c) Immediately upon adoption or revision of the formulary, the council shall transmit the formulary to the board, which must adopt the formulary by rule.

(d) A naturopathic physician may only administer or prescribe drugs that are included in the formulary adopted by the board.

(4) The term of each member of the council is two years. A member shall serve until a successor is appointed. If a vacancy occurs, it shall be filled for the unexpired term by a person with the same qualifications as a retiring member.

(5) Any member of the council who fails to attend two consecutive meetings of the council whether regular or special shall forfeit office unless a member is prevented from attending by serious illness of the council member or a member of the council member’s family.

(6) Members of the council are entitled to compensation and expenses under ORS 292.495 (Compensation and expenses of members of state boards and commissions) payable from funds available to the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine. [1989 c.945 §2 (1) to (6); 2007 c.428 §1; 2009 c.43 §27; 2009 c.420 §3]

Source: Section 685.145 — Council on Naturopathic Physicians Formulary; members; duties; compensation and expenses; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors685.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 686.130 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 686 / Section 686.130
686.130 “Unprofessional or dishonorable conduct” defined
Status: in_force

“Unprofessional or dishonorable conduct,” as used in this chapter, includes:

(1) The fraudulent use or misuse of any health certificate, shipping certificate, brand inspection certificate, or other blank forms used in practice, that might lead to the dissemination of disease or the transportation of diseased animals or the sale of inedible food products of animal origin for human consumption.

(2) Dilatory methods, willful neglect or misrepresentation in the inspection of meat.

(3) Misrepresentation of services rendered.

(4) Failure to report, or the negligent handling of the serious epidemic diseases of animals, such as anthrax, rabies, glanders, brucellosis, tuberculosis, foot and mouth disease, hog cholera, blackleg, and any other communicable disease known to medical science as being a menace to human and animal health.

(5) The dispensing or giving to anyone live culture or attenuated live virus vaccine to be administered by a layperson without providing instruction as to its administration and use and without prior written authorization from the State Veterinarian when such product is declared to be prohibited under ORS 596.075 (Prohibition against use of listed harmful vaccines) .

(6) Having professional connection with, or lending one’s name to any illegal practitioner of veterinary medicine and the various branches thereof.

(7) Impairment as defined in ORS 676.303 (Purposes of health professional regulatory boards) .

(8) Fraud or dishonesty in applying or reporting on any test for disease in animals.

(9) False or misleading advertising.

(10) Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude or conviction of a felony. The record of the conviction is conclusive evidence.

(11) Conviction of a charge of cruelty to animals in Oregon or any other state, county, or municipal court. The record of conviction is conclusive evidence.

(12) The revocation, suspension or refusal to issue or renew a license or practice credential to practice veterinary medicine in any other state, territory or foreign jurisdiction if the cause of that revocation, suspension or refusal to issue or renew is cause in this state. The record of revocation, suspension or refusal to issue or renew is conclusive evidence.

(13) Failure to keep one’s premises and equipment therein in a clean and sanitary condition.

(14) Gross ignorance, incompetence or inefficiency in the profession. In determining what constitutes “gross ignorance, incompetence or inefficiency in the profession,” the Oregon State Veterinary Medical Examining Board may take into account all relevant factors, and practices, including but not limited to the practices generally and currently followed and accepted by the persons licensed to practice veterinary medicine in this state, the current teaching at accredited veterinary schools, relevant technical reports published in recognized veterinary medical journals and the desirability of reasonable experimentation in the furtherance of the veterinary medicine arts.

(15) Permitting the veterinary technician, preceptee, or student intern to perform a duty, task or procedure not specifically permitted by the board. [Amended by 1975 c.619 §5; 1979 c.744 §57; 1993 c.491 §7; 2009 c.756 §60]

Source: Section 686.130 — “Unprofessional or dishonorable conduct” defined , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors686.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 687.121 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 687 / Section 687.121
687.121 Rules
Status: in_force

The State Board of Massage Therapists may adopt rules:

(1) Establishing reasonable standards concerning the sanitary and hygienic conditions of, and public health and safety for, premises and facilities used by massage therapists.

(2) Establishing health, safety and infection control requirements for massage facilities.

(3) Relating to the methods and procedures used in the practice of massage.

(4) Governing the examination and investigation of applicants for a license under ORS 687.051 (Qualifications of applicants) or a permit under ORS 687.059 (Massage facilities) and the issuance, renewal, suspension and revocation of such licenses and permits.

(5) Setting standards for certifying classes under ORS 687.051 (Qualifications of applicants) .

(6) Requiring that a massage therapist supply the board with the accurate, current address or addresses where the massage therapist engages in the practice of massage.

(7) Requiring that a person who holds a permit to operate a massage facility supply the board with the accurate, current address where the massage facility is located.

(8) Fixing the educational, training and experience requirements for licensing by indorsement or reciprocity.

(9) Establishing requirements for issuance and retention of an inactive massage therapist license or permit to operate a massage facility.

(10) Regarding any other matter that the board reasonably considers necessary and proper for the administration and enforcement of ORS 687.011 (Definitions) to 687.250 (Enforcement) , 687.895 (Procedure for civil penalties) and 687.991 (Criminal penalties) . [1955 c.492 §7; 1977 c.507 §14; 1985 c.82 §12; 1989 c.841 §13; 1997 c.626 §13; 1999 c.537 §17; 2013 c.409 §8]

Source: Section 687.121 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors687.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 678.394 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 678 / Section 678.394
678.394 Academic credit as nurse intern
Status: in_force

(1) A nurse intern may receive academic credit in addition to monetary compensation for work as a nurse intern.

(2) The Oregon State Board of Nursing shall allow for and encourage participation by individuals practicing as certified nursing assistants, licensed professional nurses or medical assistants in the nurse internship licensure program, both while an individual described in this subsection is a student in a nursing education program and while the individual is employed or otherwise working at a hospital or other facility. [2022 c.38 §3]

Source: Section 678.394 — Academic credit as nurse intern; participation in nurse internship licensure program , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors678.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.529 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.529
701.529 Certification and licensing requirements
Status: in_force

(1) An individual may not undertake, offer to undertake or submit a bid to do work as a home energy assessor unless the individual is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 701.532 (Home energy assessor certification) .

(2) A business may not undertake, offer to undertake or submit a bid to assign home energy performance scores unless the business:

(a) Is licensed by the Construction Contractors Board under this chapter or endorsed as a residential contractor by the board under ORS 701.534 (Home energy performance score contractors) ; and

(b) Has an owner or an employee who is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 701.532 (Home energy assessor certification) .

(3) A person may not use the title of home energy assessor or any title that indicates or tends to indicate that the person is a home energy assessor or an assignor of home energy performance scores unless the person is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 703.532 or is a business licensed by the board under this chapter or endorsed by the board under ORS 701.534 (Home energy performance score contractors) that has an owner or an employee who is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 701.532 (Home energy assessor certification) .

(4) A person may not use any sign, card or device that indicates or tends to indicate that the person is a home energy assessor or an assignor of home energy performance scores unless the person is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 701.532 (Home energy assessor certification) or is a business licensed by the board under this chapter or endorsed by the board under ORS 701.534 (Home energy performance score contractors) that has an owner or an employee who is certified as a home energy assessor under ORS 701.532 (Home energy assessor certification) . [2013 c.383 §4]

Source: Section 701.529 — Certification and licensing requirements; use of title , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 697.632 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 697 / Section 697.632
697.632 Registration procedure
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services shall maintain a registry of debt management service providers and by rule in accordance with ORS chapter 183 shall require a person that performs a debt management service, unless the person is exempt under ORS 697.612 (Registration requirement) (3), to apply to the director to register or to renew a registration as a debt management service provider.

(b) The director, consistent with the requirements of ORS 697.602 (Definitions for ORS 697.602 to 697.842) to 697.842 (Disposition of moneys received by director) , may administer a program to register debt management service providers, or renew registrations, by means of an agreement with the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System and may, by rule, conform the practices, procedures and information that the Department of Consumer and Business Services uses to register a debt management service provider, or renew a registration, to the requirements of the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System.

(c) An application for registration or renewal must provide to the director on a form and in a format the director specifies:

(A) The applicant’s name and address;

(B) Any assumed business names, trade names or other identities under which the applicant performs a debt management service;

(C) A general description of the debt management service business activities the applicant undertakes or proposes to undertake;

(D) The names of any managing members, managing partners, executive officers, directors, principals or agents the applicant has;

(E) The name of the applicant’s registered agent or the applicant’s agent for the purpose of receiving service of legal process;

(F) A signed statement that identifies and describes in detail any incident in which the applicant or a member, partner, officer, director or principal of the applicant within the five years before the date on which the applicant applied to register or renew a registration as a debt management service provider was subject to:

(i) A judgment in favor of another person in a circuit court of this state or in an equivalent court in another state;

(ii) An arbitration award in favor of another person; or

(iii) An adverse final order from an administrative agency in this state or another state;

(G) A copy of the corporate surety bond the applicant filed with the director under ORS 697.642 (Bond requirement) ;

(H) Fingerprints for any of the applicant’s executive officers, and officers and managers with supervisory responsibility over the applicant’s activities, with which the director may conduct a criminal records check that the director may process through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System; and

(I) Other information the director may require concerning the financial responsibility, training, background, experience and business activities of the applicant or a member, partner, officer, director or principal of the applicant.

(2) At the time an applicant submits an application for registration under this section, the applicant shall pay a nonrefundable fee in an amount the director specifies by rule. An applicant who applies to renew a registration shall pay another fee in an amount the director specifies by rule.

(3) The director shall specify amounts for the fees described in subsection (2) of this section that in the aggregate are sufficient to pay the costs of administering ORS 697.602 (Definitions for ORS 697.602 to 697.842) to 697.842 (Disposition of moneys received by director) . The director shall pay all moneys received under this section as provided in ORS 697.842 (Disposition of moneys received by director) .

(4) A registration under this section is valid until December 31 of the calendar year in which the director approves the registration. In order to continue to provide a debt management service, a debt management service provider must renew the registration at the time the registration expires.

(5) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The director may refuse to register the applicant or may refuse to renew a registration for a debt management service provider for any of the reasons set forth in ORS 697.752 (Grounds for denial, revocation or suspension of registration) .

(b) The director, for good cause shown or in order to conform the department’s licensing and license renewal program to the requirements of the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System, may waive a requirement of this section with respect to a license application or may allow an applicant to substitute information required in an application in lieu of information required under this section. [1983 c.17 §5; 1989 c.209 §1; 2009 c.604 §3; 2015 c.118 §5; 2019 c.106 §3]

Source: Section 697.632 — Registration procedure; fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors697.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.131 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.131
701.131 License required to perfect lien or obtain judicial or administrative remedy
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, a contractor may not perfect a construction lien, file a complaint with the Construction Contractors Board or commence an arbitration or a claim in a court of this state for compensation for the performance of any work or for the breach of any contract for work that is subject to this chapter, unless the contractor had a valid license issued by the board and properly endorsed for the work performed:

(a) At the time the contractor bid or entered into the contract for performance of the work; and

(b) Continuously while performing the work for which compensation is sought.

(2) The board, arbitrator or court may not apply the provisions of subsection (1) of this section to a contractor if the board, arbitrator or court determines that:

(a) The contractor either did not have a valid license with a proper endorsement at any time required under subsection (1) of this section, or had an initial issuance of a valid license, and:

(A) The contractor was not aware of the requirement that the contractor be licensed or properly endorsed for the work performed, and the contractor submitted a completed application for a license within a number of days established by the board, but not more than 90 days, of the date the contractor became aware of the requirement;

(B) At the time the contractor perfected a construction lien or commenced any claim subject to the provisions of subsection (1) of this section, the contractor was licensed by the board and properly endorsed for the work performed; and

(C) Enforcement of the provisions of subsection (1) of this section would result in substantial injustice to the contractor;

(b) The contractor was licensed by the board for some but not all of the times required under subsection (1) of this section and had a lapse in the license and:

(A) The contractor was not aware of the lapse in the license for more than a number of days established by the board, but not to exceed 90 days, before submitting a completed application for license renewal with the board;

(B) Except for perfection of a construction lien and a court action to foreclose the lien, at the time the contractor commenced any claim subject to the provisions of subsection (1) of this section the contractor’s license was renewed under ORS 701.063 (Term of license) to include the entire time period for which a license was required under subsection (1) of this section; and

(C) For perfection of a construction lien and a court action to foreclose the lien, the contractor’s license was renewed under ORS 701.063 (Term of license) for the entire time period for which a license was required under subsection (1) of this section, but not later than 90 days following perfection of the lien; or

(c) The proceeding:

(A) Is directed against a person or entity that:

(i) Is subject to this chapter or ORS chapter 671 or 672;

(ii) Provides construction or design labor or services of any kind; or

(iii) Manufactures, distributes, rents or otherwise provides materials, supplies, equipment, systems or products; and

(B) Arises out of defects, deficiencies or inadequate performance in the construction, design, labor, services, materials, supplies, equipment, systems or products provided.

(3) A contractor that falsely swears to information submitted to the board under ORS 701.046 (License application) or submitted in a registration of securities described in ORS 701.046 (License application) (2), or that knowingly violates the provisions of ORS 656.029 (Obligation of person awarding contract to provide coverage for workers under contract) , 670.600 (Independent contractor defined) or 701.046 (License application) , may not perfect a construction lien, file a complaint with the board or commence an arbitration or a claim in a court of this state for compensation for the performance of any work on a residential structure or for the breach of any contract for work on a residential structure that is subject to this chapter. [Formerly 701.065; 2009 c.226 §§8,9; 2013 c.251 §5]

Source: Section 701.131 — License required to perfect lien or obtain judicial or administrative remedy; exception , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 688.643 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 688 / Section 688.643
688.643 Authority to require fingerprints
Status: in_force

For the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check) , the Oregon Health Authority may require the fingerprints of a person who is:

(1) Applying for a certificate, or a renewal of a certificate, under ORS 688.640 (Application for certificate) or 688.650 (Qualifications for certification) ; or

(2) Under investigation by the authority under ORS 688.655 (Grounds for denying, suspending or revoking certificate) . [2023 c.199 §4]

Source: Section 688.643 — Authority to require fingerprints , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors688.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 672.103 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 672 / Section 672.103
672.103 Examination waiver
Status: in_force

The State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying may waive the fundamentals of engineering examination requirement for an applicant for registration under ORS 672.098 (Minimum qualifications for registration as professional engineer) if the applicant has, for at least 25 years prior to the date of the registration application, held a registration or license to practice professional engineering in another state, a territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia or a foreign country. [2015 c.576 §7]

Source: Section 672.103 — Examination waiver , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors672.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 682.220 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 682 / Section 682.220
682.220 Denial, suspension or revocation of license
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority may deny, suspend or revoke licenses for ambulances and ambulance services in accordance with the provisions of ORS chapter 183 for a failure to comply with any of the requirements of ORS 820.350 (Ambulance warning lights) to 820.380 (Illegal ambulance or emergency vehicle sirens) and this chapter or the rules adopted thereunder.

(2) The license of an emergency medical services provider may be denied, suspended or revoked in accordance with the provisions of ORS chapter 183 for any of the following reasons:

(a) A failure to have completed successfully an authority approved course.

(b) In the case of a provisional license, failure to have completed successfully an authority approved course.

(c) Failure to meet or continue to meet the physical and mental qualifications required under ORS 682.208 (License) .

(d) The use of fraud or deception in receiving a license.

(e) Practicing skills beyond the scope of practice established by the Oregon Medical Board under ORS 682.245 (Scope of practice of emergency medical services providers) .

(f) Rendering emergency or nonemergency care under an assumed name.

(g) The impersonation of another emergency medical services provider.

(h) Unprofessional conduct.

(i) Obtaining a fee by fraud or misrepresentation.

(j) Habitual or excessive use of intoxicants or drugs.

(k) The presence of a mental disorder that demonstrably affects an emergency medical services provider’s performance, as certified by two psychiatrists retained by the authority.

(L) Subject to ORS 670.280 (Denial, suspension or revocation of license based on criminal conviction) , conviction of any criminal offense that reasonably raises questions about the ability of the emergency medical services provider to perform the duties of an emergency medical services provider in accordance with the standards established by this chapter. A copy of the record of conviction, certified to by the clerk of the court entering the conviction, is conclusive evidence of the conviction.

(m) Suspension or revocation of an emergency medical services provider license issued by another state:

(A) For a reason that would permit the authority to suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter; and

(B) Evidenced by a certified copy of the order of suspension or revocation.

(n) Gross negligence or repeated negligence in rendering emergency medical assistance.

(o) Rendering emergency or nonemergency care without being licensed, except as provided in ORS 30.800 (Liability for emergency medical assistance) .

(p) Rendering emergency or nonemergency care as an emergency medical services provider without written authorization and standing orders from a supervising physician who has been approved by the Oregon Medical Board in accordance with ORS 682.245 (Scope of practice of emergency medical services providers) .

(q) Refusing an invitation for an interview with the authority as specified in this section.

(3) The authority may investigate any evidence that appears to show that an emergency medical services provider licensed by the authority is or may be medically incompetent, guilty of unprofessional or dishonorable conduct or mentally or physically unable to safely function as an emergency medical services provider. The authority may investigate the off-duty conduct of an emergency medical services provider to the extent that such conduct may reasonably raise questions about the ability of the emergency medical services provider to perform the duties of an emergency medical services provider in accordance with the standards established by this chapter. Upon receipt of a complaint about an emergency medical services provider or applicant, the authority shall conduct an investigation as described under ORS 676.165 (Complaint investigation) . The authority shall conduct the investigation in accordance with ORS 676.175 (Complaints and investigations confidential) .

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Unless state or federal laws relating to confidentiality or the protection of health information prohibit disclosure, any health care facility licensed under ORS 441.015 (Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations) to 441.119 (Exemptions) , 441.820 (Procedure for termination of physician’s privilege to practice medicine at health care facility) and 441.993 (Civil penalties and administrative actions) , any physician licensed under ORS 677.100 (Qualifications of applicant for license) to 677.228 (Automatic lapse of license for failure to pay registration fee or report change of location) , any owner of an ambulance licensed under this chapter or any emergency medical services provider licensed under this chapter shall report to the authority any information the person may have that appears to show that an emergency medical services provider is or may be medically incompetent, guilty of unprofessional or dishonorable conduct or mentally or physically unable to safely function as an emergency medical services provider.

(b) Unless state or federal laws relating to confidentiality or the protection of health information prohibit disclosure, an emergency medical services provider licensed under this chapter who has reasonable cause to believe that a licensee of another board has engaged in prohibited conduct as defined in ORS 676.150 (Duty to report prohibited or unprofessional conduct, arrests and convictions) shall report the prohibited conduct in the manner provided in ORS 676.150 (Duty to report prohibited or unprofessional conduct, arrests and convictions) .

(5) If, in the opinion of the authority, it appears that the information provided to it under provisions of this section is or may be true, the authority may request an interview with the emergency medical services provider. At the time the authority requests an interview, the authority shall provide the emergency medical services provider with a general statement of the issue or issues of concern to the authority. The request must include a statement of the procedural safeguards available to the emergency medical services provider, including the right to end the interview on request, the right to have counsel present and the following statement: “Any action proposed by the Oregon Health Authority shall provide for a contested case hearing.”

(6) Information regarding an ambulance service provided to the authority pursuant to this section is confidential and is not subject to public disclosure or admissible as evidence in any judicial proceeding. Information that the authority obtains as part of an investigation into the conduct of an emergency medical services provider or applicant or as part of a contested case proceeding, consent order or stipulated agreement involving the conduct of an emergency medical services provider or applicant is confidential as provided under ORS 676.175 (Complaints and investigations confidential) . Information regarding an ambulance service does not become confidential due to its use in a disciplinary proceeding against an emergency medical services provider.

(7) A person who reports or provides information to the authority under this section and who provides information in good faith is not subject to an action for civil damage as a result thereof.

(8) In conducting an investigation under subsection (3) of this section, the authority may:

(a) Take evidence;

(b) Take depositions of witnesses, including the person under investigation, in the manner provided by law in civil cases;

(c) Compel the appearance of witnesses, including the person under investigation, in the manner provided by law in civil cases;

(d) Require answers to interrogatories; and

(e) Compel the production of books, papers, accounts, documents and testimony pertaining to the matter under investigation.

(9) The authority may issue subpoenas to compel compliance with the provisions of subsection (8) of this section. If any person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this subsection, or refuses to testify on matters on which the person may lawfully be interrogated, a court may compel obedience as provided in ORS 183.440 (Subpoenas in contested cases) . [Formerly 682.175; 2009 c.536 §31; 2009 c.595 §1086; 2011 c.703 §15; 2017 c.409 §30]

Source: Section 682.220 — Denial, suspension or revocation of license; investigation; confidentiality of information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors682.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 672.002 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 672 / Section 672.002
672.002 Definitions for ORS 672.002 to 672.325
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 672.002 (Definitions for ORS 672.002 to 672.325) to 672.325 (Civil penalties) , unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “Board” means the State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying.

(2) “Engineer,” “professional engineer” or “registered professional engineer” means an individual who is registered in this state and holds a valid certificate to practice engineering in this state as provided under ORS 672.002 (Definitions for ORS 672.002 to 672.325) to 672.325 (Civil penalties) .

(3) “Engineering intern” means an individual enrolled by the board as having passed an examination in the fundamental engineering subjects.

(4) “Geodetic survey” means a determination of the size and shape of the earth or the position of any point on the earth.

(5) “Land surveyor,” “professional land surveyor” or “registered professional land surveyor” means an individual who is registered in this state and holds a valid certificate to practice surveying in this state as provided by ORS 672.002 (Definitions for ORS 672.002 to 672.325) to 672.325 (Civil penalties) .

(6) “Land surveying intern” means an individual enrolled by the board as having passed an examination in the fundamental land surveying subjects.

(7) “Photogrammetric mapping” means an evaluating and measuring of land that is limited to the determination of the topography, area, contours and location of planimetric features, by using photogrammetric methods or similar remote sensing technology, including but not limited to using existing ground control points incidental to the photogrammetric or remote sensing mapping process.

(8) “Photogrammetrist” means an individual registered with the board and holding a valid certificate to practice photogrammetric mapping.

(9) “Responsible charge” means to have supervision and control of:

(a) The engineering design of works with responsibility for design decisions;

(b) Land surveying work for the purpose of ensuring conformance to the relevant requirements of law and sound surveying practice; or

(c) Photogrammetric mapping project work, which may include, but need not be limited to, work regarding the extent of coverage, location of ground control, aerial photography or similarly remotely sensed data, the measurement of features detected by remote sensing equipment, quality control for compliance with standards and specifications and the presentation of findings.

(10) “Supervision and control” means establishing the nature of, directing and guiding the preparation of, and approving the work product and accepting responsibility that the work product is in conformance with standards of professional practice. [1971 c.751 §1; 1983 c.614 §1; 1995 c.33 §1; 1997 c.210 §1; 2005 c.22 §475; 2005 c.445 §6; 2009 c.259 §1; 2015 c.576 §9]

Source: Section 672.002 — Definitions for ORS 672.002 to 672.325 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors672.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 685.170 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 685 / Section 685.170
685.170 Chair of board
Status: in_force

Annually, the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine shall elect one of its members chair. The chair shall have power during the term of office to summon witnesses, administer oaths and take testimony and affidavits. The executive director of the board or a designee of the executive director shall keep a record of all actions of the board, including a detailed register of applicants for a license. [Amended by 1973 c.829 §68; 1983 c.281 §3; 2003 c.154 §6; 2007 c.327 §7; 2009 c.43 §28; 2009 c.756 §58]

Source: Section 685.170 — Chair of board; powers; records , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors685.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 671.318 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 671 / Section 671.318
671.318 Businesses providing landscape architecture services
Status: in_force

A business may not provide landscape architecture services unless the work is under the full authority and responsible charge of a registered landscape architect who is also an owner or officer of the business. A business shall file a form with the State Landscape Architect Board identifying responsible landscape architects by name and registration number. The filing must also describe the services that the business is offering to the public. The filing must be in a form prescribed by the board. The business shall notify the board in writing no later than 30 days after a change of registered owners or officers or a change of business name or address. [2001 c.950 §3]

Source: Section 671.318 — Businesses providing landscape architecture services , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors671.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 696.606 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 696 / Section 696.606
696.606 Real estate marketing organization license
Status: in_force

(1) In accordance with any applicable provisions of ORS chapter 183, the Real Estate Commissioner shall establish by rule a system to license real estate marketing organizations. Such a system shall include but need not be limited to prescribing:

(a) The form and content of and the times and procedures for submitting an application for the issuance or renewal of a license.

(b) The term of the license and the fee for the original issue and renewal in an amount that does not exceed the cost of administering the licensing system.

(c) The requirements and procedures to register the names of and other information regarding the real estate marketing employees employed by applicants or licensees.

(d) Those actions or circumstances that constitute failure to achieve or maintain licensing or competency or that otherwise constitute a danger to the public interest and for which the commissioner may refuse to issue or renew or may suspend or revoke a license or registration or may impose a penalty.

(e) Those activities of principals of the organization that constitute a danger to the public interest and for which the commissioner may refuse to issue or renew or may suspend or revoke a registration or may impose a penalty.

(2) Licenses for real estate marketing organizations shall be granted only if the principal persons of the organization are trustworthy and competent to conduct real estate marketing activity in such manner as to safeguard the interests of the public and only after satisfactory proof has been presented to the commissioner. As used in this subsection, “satisfactory proof” includes but is not limited to the fingerprints and a criminal records check of the applicant. For the purpose of requesting a state or nationwide criminal records check under ORS 181A.195 (Criminal records check) , the commissioner may require the fingerprints of the applicant.

(3) At the time of filing an application for a license as a real estate marketing organization, the applicant shall deposit with the commissioner a corporate surety bond running to the State of Oregon, executed by a surety company satisfactory to the commissioner, in the amount of $35,000 in a form and under terms and conditions established by the commissioner.

(4) Any real estate marketing organization may satisfy the requirements of subsection (3) of this section by depositing with the commissioner, in an amount equal to the surety bond required, a deposit consisting of any of the following:

(a) Cash;

(b) Ample secured obligations of the United States, a state or a political subdivision thereof;

(c) Certificates of deposit or other investments described in ORS 733.650 (Investment of funds in certain obligations and other specified items) (4) to the extent that such investments are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; or

(d) Any combination of paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of this subsection.

(5) Any real estate marketing organization making a deposit with the commissioner shall assign in trust, to the Real Estate Commissioner, and the commissioner’s successors in office, all cash, certificates or securities deposited in accordance with this section.

(6) The deposit shall be accepted and held by the commissioner for the faithful performance of real estate marketing activity by the real estate marketing organization. No claimant or judgment creditor of the real estate marketing organization shall have the right to attach or levy upon any of the assets or securities held on deposit.

(7) The commissioner, by order, may use such deposit under subsection (3) or (4) of this section, as follows:

(a) To satisfy any final judgment entered against the real estate marketing organization for actual damages suffered by any person by reason of the violation of this section or ORS 696.603 (License requirement) or 696.612 (Grounds for disciplinary action) or a rule adopted pursuant thereto, or by reason of any fraud, dishonesty, misrepresentation or concealment of material fact growing out of any real estate marketing activity.

(b) To satisfy an order of the commissioner if the commissioner determines that a violation of this section or ORS 696.603 (License requirement) or 696.612 (Grounds for disciplinary action) or a rule adopted pursuant thereto has occurred and directs the payment of a claim from the deposit provided the following conditions have been met:

(A) The amount of actual damages claimed, excluding attorney fees, by the consumer is $1,000 or less.

(B) The consumer has first contacted the real estate marketing organization involved and, in writing, has made demand for payment of actual damages.

(C) The real estate marketing organization has had 30 calendar days from the date of the consumer’s written demand to deal with the demand.

(D) The claim is only for actual damages sustained by the consumer.

(8) All claims against the deposit under subsection (3) or (4) of this section of a real estate marketing organization, other than those described in subsection (7) of this section, must be paid by the commissioner only upon the receipt of a final court judgment against the real estate marketing organization and only in the amount of actual damages as ordered by the court. [1995 c.217 §4; 1999 c.107 §12; 2005 c.730 §39; 2011 c.9 §89]

Source: Section 696.606 — Real estate marketing organization license; requirements; deposit required; claims against deposit; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors696.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 681.370 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 681 / Section 681.370
681.370 Duties of speech-language pathologist using services of speech-language pathology assistant
Status: in_force

A speech-language pathologist who employs or otherwise uses the services of a speech-language pathology assistant shall:

(1) Be responsible for the extent, type and quality of services provided by each speech-language pathology assistant supervised by the speech-language pathologist;

(2) Ensure that persons who receive services from a speech-language pathology assistant receive prior notification that services are to be provided by a speech-language pathology assistant; and

(3) Verify that the speech-language pathology assistant is certified under ORS 681.360 (Certificate for speech-language pathology assistant) . [2001 c.626 §7]

Source: Section 681.370 — Duties of speech-language pathologist using services of speech-language pathology assistant , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors681.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 689.778 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 689 / Section 689.778
689.778 Eligibility
Status: in_force

An individual is eligible to obtain donated prescription drugs through the Charitable Prescription Drug Program created in ORS 689.772 (Establishment of program) if the individual:

(1) Is a resident of this state; and

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Does not have health insurance coverage for the prescription drug requested;

(b) Is enrolled in a program of public assistance, as defined in ORS 411.010 (Definitions) , or medical assistance, as defined in ORS 414.025 (Definitions for ORS chapters 411, 413 and 414) ; or

(c) Meets other requirements adopted by rule by the State Board of Pharmacy that identify needy individuals with barriers to accessing prescription drugs. [2009 c.300 §6; 2013 c.688 §92]

Source: Section 689.778 — Eligibility , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors689.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 677.208 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 677 / Section 677.208
677.208 Hearing
Status: in_force

(1) Where the Oregon Medical Board proposes to refuse to issue a license, or refuses to restore an inactive registrant to an active registration, or proposes to revoke or suspend a license, opportunity for hearing shall be accorded as provided in ORS chapter 183.

(2) Following a contested case hearing, the members of the board who participated in the investigation of the licensee, except for one public member, shall not participate in the final decision of the board. A meeting of the board to determine what further action, if any, should be taken regarding the licensee or applicant is not a part of the investigation. The final decision of the board following a contested case hearing shall be based upon the transcript and record, including the exhibits.

(3) Judicial review of orders under subsection (1) of this section shall be in accordance with ORS chapter 183.

(4) If the final order of the court on review reverses the board’s order of suspension or revocation, the board shall issue the license and reinstate appellant not later than the 30th day after the decision of the court. [1971 c.734 §120; 1975 c.776 §9; 1997 c.792 §21]

Source: Section 677.208 — Hearing; disqualification of investigating board members; judicial review , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors677.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 701.430 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 701 / Section 701.430
701.430 Performance bond
Status: in_force

A contractor or subcontractor may execute and deliver to the owner, contractor or subcontractor before the commencement of construction for which the contractor or subcontractor will be responsible for performing a good and sufficient bond in a sum equal to the contract price for the faithful performance of the contract. The term of the bond obtained under this subsection must extend to include the period during which claims of lien or notices of other encumbrances based on the construction performed under the contract may be filed under applicable law. The bond must be approved by the owner, contractor or subcontractor entitled to withhold retainage. A faithful performance bond delivered under this section must include, but not be limited to, provisions to the effect that:

(1) The obligations of the contract must be faithfully performed;

(2) Payment must promptly be made to all persons supplying labor or materials to the contractor or subcontractor for prosecution of the work provided in the contract;

(3) All contributions due the Industrial Accident Fund and the Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund from the contractor or subcontractor in connection with the performance of the contract must be made promptly; and

(4) All sums required to be deducted and retained from the wages of employees of the contractor or subcontractor pursuant to the Personal Income Tax Act of 1969, must be paid over to the Department of Revenue. [1975 c.772 §3; 2013 c.410 §3]

Note: See note under 701.410 (Definitions) .

Source: Section 701.430 — Performance bond; terms , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors701.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 685.222 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 685 / Section 685.222
685.222 Duty to report prohibited conduct
Status: in_force

Unless state or federal laws relating to confidentiality or the protection of health information prohibit disclosure, a naturopathic physician who has reasonable cause to believe that a licensee of another board has engaged in prohibited conduct as defined in ORS 676.150 (Duty to report prohibited or unprofessional conduct, arrests and convictions) shall report the prohibited conduct in the manner provided in ORS 676.150 (Duty to report prohibited or unprofessional conduct, arrests and convictions) . [2009 c.536 §13]

Source: Section 685.222 — Duty to report prohibited conduct , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors685.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 680.545 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 680 / Section 680.545
680.545 Statement of health care provider before treatment by denturist
Status: in_force

Denturists licensed prior to January 1, 2004, who have not received an oral pathology endorsement from the State Board of Denture Technology may not treat any person without having first received a statement, dated within 30 days of the date of treatment and signed by a dentist, physician, naturopathic physician, physician assistant licensed under ORS 677.505 (Application of provisions governing physician assistants to other health professions) to 677.525 (Fees) or nurse practitioner licensed under ORS 678.375 (Nurse practitioners) to 678.390 (Authority of nurse practitioner and clinical nurse specialist to write prescriptions or dispense drugs) , that the person’s oral cavity is substantially free from disease and mechanically sufficient to receive a denture. [1979 c.1 §13; 1981 c.313 §5; 1989 c.694 §4; 1991 c.921 §8; 1993 c.142 §10a; 1997 c.652 §40; 2003 c.547 §17; 2005 c.471 §10; 2014 c.45 §73; 2017 c.356 §88]

Source: Section 680.545 — Statement of health care provider before treatment by denturist , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors680.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 688.445 — OR Code / Title 52 / Chapter 688 / Section 688.445
688.445 Licensing and renewal procedure
Status: in_force

(1) The Board of Medical Imaging shall issue:

(a) A license to practice a specified medical imaging modality in the State of Oregon to each person who meets the qualifications for a license as provided in ORS 688.455 (License fee) . The license shall identify the modality or subspecialty for which the qualifications have been met.

(b) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) A permit to practice as a limited X-ray machine operator in the State of Oregon to each person who meets the qualifications to hold that permit as provided in ORS 688.515 (Limited X-ray machine operator permit) . The permit shall identify the category for which the qualifications have been met.

(B) The categories are skull and sinuses, spine, chest, extremities, podiatric and bone densitometry.

(2) In order to remain active, a license or permit must be renewed every two years prior to the first day of the licensee’s birth month or as otherwise provided by the board by rule.

(3) A license or permit that is not renewed as provided in subsection (2) of this section expires. The board may renew an expired license or permit upon payment of a delinquent fee in an amount set by the board plus the biennial renewal fee.

(a) A late renewal may not be granted more than two years after a license or permit has expired.

(b) A late renewal may not be granted to any medical imaging licensee not credentialed by a credentialing organization.

(4) The board shall renew the license or permit of a person who meets the requirements under ORS 688.455 (License fee) or 688.515 (Limited X-ray machine operator permit) upon receipt of:

(a) An application accompanied by a fee in an amount established by the board; and

(b) Supporting evidence of appropriate continuing education as defined by the board by rule.

(5) A license or permit that has been expired for more than two years may be reissued only in the manner prescribed for an original license or permit. [1977 c.534 §5; 1979 c.443 §1; 1989 c.214 §1; 1997 c.106 §1; 1997 c.367 §1; 1999 c.517 §3; 2005 c.151 §1; 2009 c.833 §5]

Source: Section 688.445 — Licensing and renewal procedure; modalities; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors688.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).