ORS § 433.443 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.443
433.443 Authority of Public Health Director during public health emergency
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Covered entity” means:

(A) The Children’s Health Insurance Program;

(B) A health insurer that is an insurer as defined in ORS 731.106 (“Insurer.”) and that issues health insurance as defined in ORS 731.162 (“Health insurance.”) ;

(C) The state medical assistance program; and

(D) A health care provider.

(b) “Health care provider” includes but is not limited to:

(A) A psychologist, occupational therapist, regulated social worker, professional counselor or marriage and family therapist licensed or otherwise authorized to practice under ORS chapter 675 or an employee of the psychologist, occupational therapist, regulated social worker, professional counselor or marriage and family therapist;

(B) A physician or physician assistant licensed under ORS chapter 677, an acupuncturist licensed under ORS 677.759 (License required) or an employee of the physician, physician assistant or acupuncturist;

(C) A nurse or nursing home administrator licensed under ORS chapter 678 or an employee of the nurse or nursing home administrator;

(D) A dentist licensed under ORS chapter 679 or an employee of the dentist;

(E) A dental hygienist or denturist licensed under ORS chapter 680 or an employee of the dental hygienist or denturist;

(F) A speech-language pathologist or audiologist licensed under ORS chapter 681 or an employee of the speech-language pathologist or audiologist;

(G) An emergency medical services provider licensed under ORS chapter 682;

(H) An optometrist licensed under ORS chapter 683 or an employee of the optometrist;

(I) A chiropractic physician licensed under ORS chapter 684 or an employee of the chiropractic physician;

(J) A naturopathic physician licensed under ORS chapter 685 or an employee of the naturopathic physician;

(K) A massage therapist licensed under ORS 687.011 (Definitions) to 687.250 (Enforcement) or an employee of the massage therapist;

(L) A direct entry midwife licensed under ORS 687.405 (“Direct entry midwifery” defined) to 687.495 (Collection of data on birth and fetal death outcomes) or an employee of the direct entry midwife;

(M) A physical therapist licensed under ORS 688.010 (Definitions for ORS 688.010 to 688.201) to 688.201 (Disposition of receipts) or an employee of the physical therapist;

(N) A medical imaging licensee under ORS 688.405 (Definitions for ORS 688.405 to 688.605) to 688.605 (Duty to report violation) or an employee of the medical imaging licensee;

(O) A respiratory care practitioner licensed under ORS 688.815 (License to practice respiratory care) or an employee of the respiratory care practitioner;

(P) A polysomnographic technologist licensed under ORS 688.819 (Polysomnographic technologist license) or an employee of the polysomnographic technologist;

(Q) A pharmacist licensed under ORS chapter 689 or an employee of the pharmacist;

(R) A dietitian licensed under ORS 691.405 (Definitions for ORS 691.405 to 691.485) to 691.485 (Board of Licensed Dietitians) or an employee of the dietitian;

(S) A funeral service practitioner licensed under ORS chapter 692 or an employee of the funeral service practitioner;

(T) A health care facility as defined in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) ;

(U) A home health agency as defined in ORS 443.014 (Definitions for ORS 443.014 to 443.105) ;

(V) A hospice program as defined in ORS 443.850 (Definitions for ORS 443.850 to 443.869) ;

(W) A clinical laboratory as defined in ORS 438.010 (Definitions for ORS 438.010 to 438.510) ;

(X) A pharmacy as defined in ORS 689.005 (Definitions) ; and

(Y) Any other person or entity that furnishes, bills for or is paid for health care in the normal course of business.

(c) “Individual” means a natural person.

(d) “Individually identifiable health information” means any oral or written health information in any form or medium that is:

(A) Created or received by a covered entity, an employer or a health care provider that is not a covered entity; and

(B) Identifiable to an individual, including demographic information that identifies the individual, or for which there is a reasonable basis to believe the information can be used to identify an individual, and that relates to:

(i) The past, present or future physical or mental health or condition of an individual;

(ii) The provision of health care to an individual; or

(iii) The past, present or future payment for the provision of health care to an individual.

(e) “Legal representative” means attorney at law, person holding a general power of attorney, guardian, conservator or any person appointed by a court to manage the personal or financial affairs of a person, or agency legally responsible for the welfare or support of a person.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) During a public health emergency declared under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) , the Public Health Director may, as necessary to appropriately respond to the public health emergency:

(A) Adopt reporting requirements for and provide notice of those requirements to health care providers, institutions and facilities for the purpose of obtaining information directly related to the public health emergency;

(B) After consultation with appropriate medical experts, create and require the use of diagnostic and treatment protocols to respond to the public health emergency and provide notice of those protocols to health care providers, institutions and facilities;

(C) Order, or authorize local public health administrators to order, public health measures appropriate to the public health threat presented;

(D) Authorize pharmacists licensed under ORS chapter 689 to administer vaccines to persons who are three years of age or older;

(E) Upon approval of the Governor, take other actions necessary to address the public health emergency and provide notice of those actions to health care providers, institutions and facilities, including public health actions authorized by ORS 431A.015 (Authority of Public Health Director to take public health actions) ;

(F) Take any enforcement action authorized by ORS 431A.010 (Power of Oregon Health Authority and local public health administrators to enforce public health laws) , including the imposition of civil penalties of up to $500 per day against individuals, institutions or facilities that knowingly fail to comply with requirements resulting from actions taken in accordance with the powers granted to the Public Health Director under subparagraphs (A), (B) and (E) of this paragraph; and

(G) The authority granted to the Public Health Director under this section:

(i) Supersedes any authority granted to a local public health authority if the local public health authority acts in a manner inconsistent with guidelines established or rules adopted by the director under this section; and

(ii) Does not supersede the general authority granted to a local public health authority or a local public health administrator except as authorized by law or necessary to respond to a public health emergency.

(b) The authority of the Public Health Director to take administrative action, and the effectiveness of any action taken, under paragraph (a)(A), (B) and (D) to (G) of this subsection terminates upon the expiration of the declared state of public health emergency, unless the actions are continued under other applicable law.

(3) Civil penalties under subsection (2) of this section shall be imposed in the manner provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) . The Public Health Director must establish that the individual, institution or facility subject to the civil penalty had actual notice of the action taken that is the basis for the penalty. The maximum aggregate total for penalties that may be imposed against an individual, institution or facility under subsection (2) of this section is $500 for each day of violation, regardless of the number of violations of subsection (2) of this section that occurred on each day of violation.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) During a declared state of public health emergency, the Public Health Director and local public health administrators shall be given immediate access to individually identifiable health information necessary to:

(A) Determine the causes of an illness related to the public health emergency;

(B) Identify persons at risk;

(C) Identify patterns of transmission;

(D) Provide treatment; and

(E) Take steps to control the disease.

(b) Individually identifiable health information accessed as provided by paragraph (a) of this subsection may not be used for conducting nonemergency epidemiologic research or to identify persons at risk for post-traumatic mental health problems, or for any other purpose except the purposes listed in paragraph (a) of this subsection.

(c) Individually identifiable health information obtained by the Public Health Director or local public health administrators under this subsection may not be disclosed without written authorization of the identified individual except:

(A) Directly to the individual who is the subject of the information or to the legal representative of that individual;

(B) To state, local or federal agencies authorized to receive such information by state or federal law;

(C) To identify or to determine the cause or manner of death of a deceased individual; or

(D) Directly to a health care provider for the evaluation or treatment of a condition that is the subject of a declaration of a state of public health emergency issued under ORS 433.441 (Declaration of public health emergency) .

(d) Upon expiration of the state of public health emergency, the Public Health Director or local public health administrators may not use or disclose any individually identifiable health information that has been obtained under this section. If a state of emergency that is related to the state of public health emergency has been declared under ORS 401.165 (Declaration of state of emergency) , the Public Health Director and local public health administrators may continue to use any individually identifiable information obtained as provided under this section until termination of the state of emergency.

(5) All civil penalties recovered under this section shall be paid into the State Treasury and credited to the General Fund and are available for general governmental expenses.

(6) The Public Health Director may request assistance in enforcing orders issued pursuant to this section from state or local law enforcement authorities. If so requested by the Public Health Director, state and local law enforcement authorities, to the extent resources are available, shall assist in enforcing orders issued pursuant to this section.

(7) If the Oregon Health Authority adopts temporary rules to implement the provisions of this section, the rules adopted are not subject to the provisions of ORS 183.335 (Notice) (6)(a). The authority may amend temporary rules adopted pursuant to this subsection as often as necessary to respond to the public health emergency. [2003 c.555 §§2,3; 2007 c.445 §24; 2009 c.442 §40; 2009 c.595 §674; 2009 c.833 §34; 2011 c.703 §39; 2011 c.715 §18; 2013 c.129 §28; 2013 c.332 §4; 2013 c.681 §52; 2017 c.206 §14]

Source: Section 433.443 — Authority of Public Health Director during public health emergency; penalties; access to and use of individually identifiable health information; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.300 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.300
431A.300 Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 431A.300 (Definitions) to 431A.325 (Civil penalty for violation of ORS 431A.300 to 431A.325) :

(1) “Household product” means any product intended for use under any of the following circumstances:

(a) In, on or around any structure, vehicle, article, surface or area associated with the household, including but not limited to nonagricultural outbuildings, noncommercial greenhouses, pleasure boats and recreational vehicles.

(b) In or around any preschool or child care facility.

(2) “Task force” means the Poison Prevention Task Force.

(3) “Toxic household product” means any product listed in ORS 431A.308 (Toxic household products required to comply with aversive agent requirement) that is customarily produced or distributed for sale for use in or about the household or is customarily stored by individuals in or about the household. [Formerly 431.870]

Source: Section 431A.300 — Definitions , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.342 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.342
453.342 When incident of injury to be reported
Status: in_force

Any fire department, emergency service personnel or law enforcement agency responding to an incident of injury to a human, wildlife, domestic animal or property resulting from a hazardous substance emergency shall make a report of the incident, in writing, to the Department of the State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal annually shall summarize all incidents reported to the department and the information received as a result of the survey conducted under ORS 453.317 (Hazardous substance survey) . The State Fire Marshal shall submit a copy of the summary to:

(1) The Governor;

(2) The Legislative Assembly;

(3) The Department of Environmental Quality;

(4) The Department of Consumer and Business Services;

(5) The Department of Transportation;

(6) The Environmental Health Sciences Center at Oregon State University;

(7) The Oregon Department of Emergency Management;

(8) The Oregon Health Authority; and

(9) Every public library as defined in ORS 357.400 (Definitions for ORS 357.400 to 357.621) . [1985 c.726 §10; 1993 c.187 §26; 2007 c.740 §38; 2009 c.595 §896; 2021 c.539 §113]

Source: Section 453.342 — When incident of injury to be reported; summary of injuries , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.450 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.450
443.450 Rules
Status: in_force

(1) For a residential care facility, residential training facility or residential training home, the Director of Human Services shall adopt rules governing:

(a) The physical properties of the facility or home;

(b) Storage, preparation and serving of food;

(c) Care or training to be provided;

(d) The number, experience and training of the staff; and

(e) Any other factors affecting the care or training provided.

(2) For a residential treatment facility or residential treatment home, the Director of the Oregon Health Authority shall adopt rules governing:

(a) The physical properties of the facility or home;

(b) Storage, preparation and serving of food;

(c) Treatment to be provided;

(d) The number, experience and training of the staff; and

(e) Any other factors affecting the treatment provided.

(3) Distinct rules shall be adopted for homes of five or fewer residents, for facilities of six or more but fewer than 16 residents, and for facilities for 16 or more residents. The rules shall differentiate among categories of residents.

(4) For purposes of this section, “categories” refers to different populations of residents, differentiated by, but not limited to, age and need, as defined by the Department of Human Services or the Oregon Health Authority by rule. [1977 c.717 §6; 1991 c.801 §3; 2009 c.595 §788; 2011 c.720 §199]

Source: Section 443.450 — Rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.015 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.015
441.015 Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations
Status: in_force

(1) No person or governmental unit, acting severally or jointly with any other person or governmental unit, shall establish, conduct, maintain, manage or operate a health care facility or health maintenance organization, as defined in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) , in this state without a license.

(2) Any health care facility or health maintenance organization which is in operation at the time of promulgation of any applicable rules or minimum standards under ORS 441.025 (License issuance) or 731.072 (“Certificate of authority,” “license.”) shall be given a reasonable length of time within which to comply with such rules or minimum standards. [Amended by 1971 c.730 §4; 1973 c.840 §4; 1977 c.751 §19; 2003 c.14 §249; 2009 c.792 §37]

Source: Section 441.015 — Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations; compliance with rules and standards , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.727 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.727
453.727 Purpose of ORS 453.726 to 453.734
Status: in_force

It is the purpose of ORS 453.726 (Definitions for ORS 453.726 to 453.734) to 453.734 (Prohibition on use of tanning devices by persons under 18 years of age) to regulate tanning facilities to minimize the risks associated with suntanning with artificial ultraviolet light. These risks include, but may not be limited to:

(1) Sunburn;

(2) Premature aging of the skin;

(3) Skin cancer;

(4) Retinal damage;

(5) Formation of cataracts;

(6) Suppression of the immune system; and

(7) Damage to the vascular system. [Formerly 431.930]

Source: Section 453.727 — Purpose of ORS 453.726 to 453.734 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.742 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.742
443.742 Annual continuing education requirements
Status: in_force

(1) The licensing agency shall require all providers and resident managers to complete annually 12 hours of continuing education approved by the agency, related to:

(a) Care of the elderly and persons with disabilities; and

(b) Business operations of adult foster homes.

(2) Providers and resident managers may not fulfill the continuing education requirements described in subsection (1) of this section with more than four hours of continuing education related to the business operations of adult foster homes.

(3) The licensing agency may, by rule, establish continuing education requirements for caregivers who are not providers. [2005 c.226 §3; 2009 c.595 §791i]

Note: 443.742 (Annual continuing education requirements) was added to and made a part of 443.705 (Definitions for ORS 443.705 to 443.825) to 443.825 (Disposition of penalties recovered) by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 443.742 — Annual continuing education requirements; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.183 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.183
432.183 Mandatory submission and registration of reports of dissolution of marriage and reports of dissolution of domestic partnership
Status: in_force

(1) A report of each dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership by a court of competent jurisdiction in this state shall be submitted by the clerk of the court to the Center for Health Statistics. The State Registrar of the Center for Health Statistics shall register the dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership if the report of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership is completed and submitted in accordance with this section and any rules adopted by the state registrar. A report of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership shall be prepared by the petitioner for dissolution or the petitioner’s legal representative on a form prescribed by the state registrar and submitted to the clerk of the court with the petition for dissolution.

(2) The state registrar shall design the report of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership in a manner that allows, for judgments or orders issued in proceedings initiated under ORS 107.085 (Petition) or 107.485 (Conditions for summary dissolution procedure) , the state registrar, county clerks, county recording officers and courts to keep Social Security numbers confidential and exempt from public inspection. In all cases, the report of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership shall be completed and submitted to the clerk of the court prior to the issuance of the court’s final order.

(3) Twice a month, as adopted by the state registrar by rule, the clerk of the court shall complete and submit a report of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership for each judgment or final order of dissolution of marriage or dissolution of domestic partnership entered during the month. [Formerly 432.408]

Source: Section 432.183 — Mandatory submission and registration of reports of dissolution of marriage and reports of dissolution of domestic partnership; clerk of court to submit; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.178 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.178
432.178 Delayed report of marriage
Status: in_force

The State Registrar of the Center for Health Statistics may register a marriage one year or more after the date of the marriage ceremony if:

(1) The report of marriage is submitted by the county clerk or county official responsible for issuing marriage licenses; and

(2) The report of marriage indicates that the registration is delayed and identifies the date of registration. [2013 c.366 §24]

Source: Section 432.178 — Delayed report of marriage , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.372 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.372
442.372 Definitions for ORS 442.372 and 442.373
Status: in_force

As used in this section and ORS 442.373 (Health care data reporting by health insurers) , “reporting entity” means:

(1) An insurer as defined in ORS 731.106 (“Insurer.”) or fraternal benefit society as described in ORS 748.106 (Description of fraternal benefit society) required to have a certificate of authority to transact health insurance business in this state.

(2) A health care service contractor as defined in ORS 750.005 (Definitions) that issues medical insurance in this state.

(3) A third party administrator required to obtain a license under ORS 744.702 (Third party administrator license) .

(4) A pharmacy benefit manager or fiscal intermediary, or other person that is by statute, contract or agreement legally responsible for payment of a claim for a health care item or service.

(5) A coordinated care organization as defined in ORS 414.025 (Definitions for ORS chapters 411, 413 and 414) .

(6) An insurer providing coverage funded under Part A, Part B or Part D of Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, subject to approval by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. [Formerly 442.464]

Note: 442.372 (Definitions for ORS 442.372 and 442.373) and 442.373 (Health care data reporting by health insurers) were enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but were not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 442 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 442.372 — Definitions for ORS 442.372 and 442.373 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.361 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.361
442.361 Definitions for ORS 442.361, 442.362 and 442.991
Status: in_force

As used in this section and ORS 442.362 (Reporting of proposed capital projects by hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers) and 442.991 (Civil penalties for failure to report proposed capital projects) :

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Capital project” means:

(A) The construction, development, purchase, renovation or any construction expenditure by or on behalf of a reporting entity, for which the cost:

(i) For type A hospitals, exceeds five percent of gross revenue.

(ii) For type B hospitals, exceeds five percent of gross revenue.

(iii) For DRG hospitals, exceeds 1.75 percent of gross revenue.

(iv) For ambulatory surgical centers, exceeds $2 million.

(B) The purchase or lease of, or other comparable arrangement for, a single piece of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment for which the cost or, in the case of a donation, the value exceeds $1 million. The acquisition of two or more pieces of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment that are necessarily interdependent in the performance of ordinary functions shall be combined in calculating the cost or value of the transaction.

(b) “Capital project” does not include a project financed entirely through charitable fundraising.

(2) “DRG hospital” means a hospital that is not a type A or type B hospital and that receives Medicare reimbursement based upon diagnostic related groups.

(3) “Gross revenue” has the meaning given that term in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) .

(4) “Reporting entity” includes the following if licensed pursuant to ORS 441.015 (Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations) :

(a) A type A hospital as described in ORS 442.470 (Definitions for ORS 442.470 to 442.507) .

(b) A type B hospital as described in ORS 442.470 (Definitions for ORS 442.470 to 442.507) .

(c) A DRG hospital.

(d) An ambulatory surgical center as defined in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) . [2009 c.595 §1197; 2023 c.9 §39]

Note: 442.361 (Definitions for ORS 442.361, 442.362 and 442.991) and 442.362 (Reporting of proposed capital projects by hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers) were added to and made a part of ORS chapter 442 by legislative action but were not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 442.361 — Definitions for ORS 442.361, 442.362 and 442.991 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 447.065 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 447 / Section 447.065
447.065 Solar heating and cooling systems
Status: in_force

(1) Notwithstanding ORS 447.020 (Plumbing to conform to state building code) , a person may not engage in the trade of installing solar heating and cooling systems unless the person possesses either a license as a journeyman plumber issued under ORS chapter 693 or a solar heating and cooling system installer license issued by the State Plumbing Board under ORS 693.111 (Solar heating and cooling system installers) .

(2) A license issued under ORS 693.111 (Solar heating and cooling system installers) does not authorize a person to connect a solar heating and cooling system to a potable water source. The connection of a solar heating and cooling system to a potable water source must be made only by a journeyman plumber licensed under ORS chapter 693. [2001 c.683 §22; 2005 c.758 §13]

Note: 447.065 (Solar heating and cooling systems) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 447 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Note: Penalties for violations of 447.065 (Solar heating and cooling systems) are set forth in 693.994 (Civil penalty for violations of ORS 447.065 or 693.111) .

Source: Section 447.065 — Solar heating and cooling systems , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors447.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.245 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.245
433.245 Advisory committee
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Oregon Health Authority shall appoint a committee to advise the Oregon Health Authority on the administration of the provisions of ORS 433.235 (Definitions for ORS 433.235 to 433.284) to 433.284 (Adoption of more stringent immunization requirements) , including the adoption of rules pursuant to ORS 433.269 (Local public health authority to ensure availability of immunizations) (2), 433.273 (Rules) , 433.282 (Required immunizations at certain post-secondary educational institutions) and 433.283 (Immunizations against measles for certain students at community colleges) .

(2) Members of the committee appointed pursuant to subsection (1) of this section shall include, but need not be limited to, representatives of the Oregon Health Authority, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Education, public, private and parochial schools, children’s facilities, institutions of post-secondary education, education service districts, local health departments, the boards of county commissioners or county courts and the public. [1981 c.78 §8; 1991 c.255 §2; 2009 c.595 §648]

Source: Section 433.245 — Advisory committee; membership , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.184 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.184
441.184 Unlawful employment practices
Status: in_force

(1) A hospital that takes any retaliatory action described in ORS 441.181 (Retaliation prohibited) against a nursing staff commits an unlawful employment practice.

(2) A nursing staff claiming to be aggrieved by an alleged violation of ORS 441.181 (Retaliation prohibited) may file a complaint with the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries in the manner provided by ORS 659A.820 (Complaints) . Except for the provisions of ORS 659A.870 (Election of remedies) , 659A.875 (Time limitations) , 659A.880 (Ninety-day notice) and 659A.885 (Civil action) , violation of ORS 441.181 (Retaliation prohibited) is subject to enforcement under ORS chapter 659A.

(3) Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, a civil action under ORS 441.183 (Remedies for retaliation) must be commenced within one year after the occurrence of the unlawful employment practice unless a complaint has been timely filed under ORS 659A.820 (Complaints) .

(4) The nursing staff who has filed a complaint under ORS 659A.820 (Complaints) must commence a civil action under ORS 441.183 (Remedies for retaliation) within 90 days after a 90-day notice is mailed to the nursing staff under this section.

(5) The commissioner shall issue a 90-day notice to the nursing staff:

(a) If the commissioner dismisses the complaint within one year after the filing of the complaint and the dismissal is for any reason other than the fact that a civil action has been filed.

(b) On or before the one-year anniversary of the filing of the complaint unless a 90-day notice has previously been issued under paragraph (a) of this subsection or the matter has been resolved by the execution of a settlement agreement.

(6) A 90-day notice under this section must be in writing and must notify the nursing staff that a civil action against the hospital under ORS 441.183 (Remedies for retaliation) may be filed within 90 days after the date of mailing of the 90-day notice and that any right to bring a civil action against the hospital under ORS 441.183 (Remedies for retaliation) will be lost if the action is not commenced within 90 days after the date of mailing of the 90-day notice.

(7) The remedies under this section and ORS 441.183 (Remedies for retaliation) are supplemental and not mutually exclusive. [Formerly 441.178]

Note: See note under 441.179 (Definitions for ORS 441.179 to 441.186) .

Source: Section 441.184 — Unlawful employment practices; civil action for retaliation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431.710 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431 / Section 431.710
431.710 When Oregon Health Authority to initiate district formation or annexation
Status: in_force

(1) ORS 431.705 (Definitions for ORS 431.705 to 431.760) to 431.760 (Certain persons prohibited from participating in proceedings) shall not apply if the affected territory could be subject to an annexation proceeding under ORS 222.840 (Short title) to 222.915 (Application of ORS 222.840 to 222.915) .

(2) If the Oregon Health Authority, in accordance with ORS 431.705 (Definitions for ORS 431.705 to 431.760) to 431.760 (Certain persons prohibited from participating in proceedings) , finds that a danger to public health exists within the affected territory and that such danger could be removed or alleviated by the construction, maintenance and operation of service facilities, the authority shall initiate proceedings for the formation of or annexation to a district to serve the affected territory. If the affected territory is located within a district that has the authority to provide the service facilities, the authority shall order the district to provide service facilities in the affected territory. [1973 c.361 §2; 1981 c.888 §3; 2009 c.595 §577]

Source: Section 431.710 — When Oregon Health Authority to initiate district formation or annexation , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 447.241 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 447 / Section 447.241
447.241 Standards for renovating, altering or modifying certain buildings
Status: in_force

(1) Every project for renovation, alteration or modification to affected buildings and related facilities that affects or could affect the usability of or access to an area containing a primary function shall be made to insure that, to the maximum extent feasible, the paths of travel to the altered area and the rest rooms, telephones and drinking fountains serving the altered area are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities, unless such alterations are disproportionate to the overall alterations in terms of cost and scope.

(2) Alterations made to the path of travel to an altered area may be deemed disproportionate to the overall alteration when the cost exceeds 25 percent of the alteration to the primary function area.

(3) If the cost of alterations to make the paths of travel to the altered area fully accessible is disproportionate to the cost of the overall alteration, the paths of travel shall be made accessible to the extent that it can be made accessible without incurring disproportionate costs.

(4) In choosing which accessible elements to provide under this section, priority shall be given to those elements that will provide the greatest access. Elements shall be provided in the following order:

(a) Parking;

(b) An accessible entrance;

(c) An accessible route to the altered area;

(d) At least one accessible rest room for each sex or a single unisex rest room;

(e) Accessible telephones;

(f) Accessible drinking fountains; and

(g) When possible, additional accessible elements such as storage and alarms.

(5) A series of small alterations to an area served by a single path of travel does not satisfy the obligation to provide an accessible path of travel created under subsection (1) of this section.

(6) If an area containing a primary function has been altered without providing an accessible path of travel to the area and subsequent alterations affecting the same path of travel are undertaken within three years of the original alteration, the total cost of the alterations to the primary function area on the path of travel during the preceding three-year period shall be considered in determining whether the cost of making the path of travel accessible is disproportionate.

(7) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A barrier removal improvement plan may satisfy the requirements of subsection (1) of this section. The plan shall require an equivalent or greater level of barrier removal than required by subsection (1) of this section.

(b) The barrier removal improvement plan shall include:

(A) A letter of participation from the building owner;

(B) A building survey that identifies existing architectural barriers;

(C) An improvement plan and time schedule for removal of architectural barriers; and

(D) An implementation agreement.

(c) The barrier removal improvement plan may be reviewed and accepted through the waiver process under ORS 447.250 (Waiver or modification of standards and specifications) . The plan shall be reviewed upon completion or every three years for compliance with the requirements of this section.

(8) For purposes of this section, “primary function” is a major activity for which the facility is intended. [1993 c.503 §7]

Source: Section 447.241 — Standards for renovating, altering or modifying certain buildings; barrier removal improvement plan , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors447.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.255 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.255
453.255 List of authorized art and craft materials
Status: in_force

(1) By June 1, 1986, the Oregon Health Authority shall develop a list of those art or craft materials which can be purchased or ordered for use in kindergarten and in grades 1 through 6 and a list of materials which, while not currently sold or manufactured, may be reasonably suspected to still exist at some schools. In developing the lists, the authority shall consult with manufacturers of art supplies, artists’ groups, health organizations and toxicologists as the authority considers appropriate.

(2) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall distribute the lists to all school districts and shall make the lists available to preschools, child care centers and other businesses and organizations which involve children in the use of art or craft materials.

(3) The superintendent shall inform school districts of the requirements of ORS 453.205 (Definitions for ORS 453.205 to 453.275) to 453.275 (Civil penalty) and shall encourage school districts to dispose of art or craft materials which may contain human carcinogens, potential human carcinogens or toxic substances causing chronic illness, but which are not affected by ORS 453.205 (Definitions for ORS 453.205 to 453.275) to 453.275 (Civil penalty) . [1985 c.539 §§6,7; 2009 c.595 §894]

Source: Section 453.255 — List of authorized art and craft materials; distribution of lists; information about and disposal of toxic materials , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 450.905 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 450 / Section 450.905
450.905 Notice of bond election
Status: in_force

Notice of a bond election shall contain:

(1) The information required by ORS 255.085 (Notice of district election on issuance of bonds or on other measure) (2).

(2) If general obligation bonds, which are to be paid by particular areas in the authority, are to be issued, a statement that the bonds will be the general obligation of the entire authority but will be the primary obligation of the areas in the authority which will be directly benefited by the sewage treatment plants or trunk or lateral sewers or drains constructed with the proceeds of the bonds and paid through assessment, annual levy, or sewer service charges, or combinations thereof, as determined by the board under ORS 450.855 (Action board may take at hearing concerning boundaries, installations to be constructed, costs and financing) and designating specifically the boundaries of such area or areas.

(3) If revenue bonds are to be issued, a statement that the bonds will be payable solely out of designated revenues of the authority and will not be a general obligation of the authority or a charge upon the tax revenues of the authority. [1955 c.614 §43; 1971 c.647 §99; 1975 c.647 §41; 1989 c.923 §20; 2021 c.551 §28]

Source: Section 450.905 — Notice of bond election , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors450.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.355 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.355
433.355 Procedure to force compliance with ORS 433.350
Status: in_force

(1) In the event of the refusal of the owner or person in possession of an animal to comply with an order of the Director of the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 433.350 (Power of Oregon Health Authority to take possession and order destruction of animal) , the director or the authorized representative of the director may petition the circuit court of the county in which such animal is located for an order requiring such owner or person to comply with such order.

(2) The petition shall be verified and shall set forth the facts relative to the refusal to comply with the order. A copy of the petition shall be served upon the owner or person in possession of the animal in the manner provided for service of summons in civil actions. Such owner or person in possession shall appear and answer the petition at a time and place set by the court in an order, a copy of which shall be served with the petition, directing the defendant to appear at such time and place, and to then and there show cause, if any, why an order directing compliance with the order of the director should not be granted. The time set by the court for the hearing to show cause shall be made with due regard for the circumstances of the person or persons who have been subjected to the bite or scratch of the animal and whose health or life may be in jeopardy.

(3) If the owner or person in possession fails to appear or the court either with or without such appearance finds the allegations of the petition are true and the order of the director is necessary under ORS 433.350 (Power of Oregon Health Authority to take possession and order destruction of animal) , the court shall enter its order requiring the owner or person in possession of such animal to comply with the order of the director.

(4) The sheriff of the county in which the animal is located shall execute such order by serving upon the owner or person in possession a copy thereof duly certified to by the clerk of the circuit court and by enforcing the provisions thereof. [1971 c.413 §4; 2009 c.595 §665]

Source: Section 433.355 — Procedure to force compliance with ORS 433.350 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 435.120 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 435 / Section 435.120
435.120 Disposition of receipts
Status: in_force

All license fees collected under ORS 435.010 (License required for manufacture or sale of contraceptives) to 435.130 (Jurisdiction over prosecutions) shall be retained and used by the board in carrying out and enforcing ORS 435.010 (License required for manufacture or sale of contraceptives) to 435.130 (Jurisdiction over prosecutions) , except as provided in this section. [Amended by 1987 c.905 §23]

Source: Section 435.120 — Disposition of receipts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors435.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 452.080 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 452 / Section 452.080
452.080 Board of trustees
Status: in_force

(1) After an order is entered forming a district, the county court of the county in which the district is situated shall appoint a governing board of five trustees. Each trustee appointed under this subsection must be a resident and elector of the district.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection, the term of office of a trustee is four years, and a trustee shall serve in office until a successor is appointed.

(b) For each new board of trustees established, trustees shall be appointed as follows:

(A) One trustee for a one-year term;

(B) One trustee for a two-year term;

(C) One trustee for a three-year term; and

(D) Two trustees for a four-year term.

(3) Each trustee shall take an oath to faithfully perform the duties of office. The oath shall be filed with the county clerk.

(4) The board of trustees shall elect a president, a secretary and a treasurer at the first meeting of each calendar year. Officers shall serve for one calendar year.

(5) All local public health administrators or their designees with offices in the district shall be ex officio members of the board of trustees without vote and shall be offered the opportunity to assist in the creation of district plans.

(6) The board of trustees may compensate a trustee in an amount not exceeding $100 per year for attendance at conferences that provide training and education to carry out trustee duties under ORS 452.110 (Powers of board) .

(7) The board of trustees may adopt a resolution to change the name of the district. The board shall file a copy of a resolution changing the name of the district with the Secretary of State and the county clerk within 10 days after adopting the resolution. Following a name change, the district name must contain the words:

(a) Vector control district;

(b) Mosquito and vector control district;

(c) Mosquito control district; or

(d) Vector and predatory animal control district. [Amended by 1959 c.600 §5; 1967 c.215 §1; 1969 c.345 §10; 1971 c.403 §8; 1971 c.727 §136; 2007 c.258 §2; 2021 c.191 §14]

Source: Section 452.080 — Board of trustees; district name change , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors452.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 447.023 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 447 / Section 447.023
447.023 Small restaurant requirements
Status: in_force

Rules adopted under ORS 447.020 (Plumbing to conform to state building code) shall allow restaurants with an occupancy capacity of no more than 15 persons, including employees and patrons, to have only one toilet fixture and adjacent lavatory on the premises. [1979 c.390 §4; 1981 c.438 §30]

Source: Section 447.023 — Small restaurant requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors447.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.995 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.995
446.995 Civil penalties for violation of ORS 446.661 to 446.756 or related rules
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Consumer and Business Services may impose a civil penalty as provided in ORS 455.895 (Civil penalties) for each violation, against a licensed manufactured structure dealer or against a person required by a rule adopted pursuant to ORS 446.666 (Regulation of dealers, dealerships and salespersons) to be licensed, if the dealer or person violates a provision of ORS 446.661 (Definitions for ORS 446.661 to 446.756) to 446.756 (Violation of consigned manufactured structure transfer) or a rule adopted by the department relating to the sale of manufactured structures. If the dealer authorizes a person licensed pursuant to ORS 446.666 (Regulation of dealers, dealerships and salespersons) to commit a violation, the dealer and person are both subject to civil penalty. Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, if a dealer expressly or by implication authorizes an act by a real estate agent described in ORS 446.676 (Exceptions to prohibition against unlicensed dealer activity) (14) that is a violation, the dealer is subject to the civil penalty for the violation.

(2) The department may impose a civil penalty, in an amount not to exceed $5,000 for each manufactured structure improperly sold, brokered or exchanged, or offered or displayed for sale, against a person that:

(a) Violates a provision of ORS 446.661 (Definitions for ORS 446.661 to 446.756) to 446.756 (Violation of consigned manufactured structure transfer) or a rule adopted by the department relating to the sale of manufactured structures if the person does not possess a license required by ORS 446.671 (Acting as manufactured structure dealer without license) or by rule pursuant to ORS 446.666 (Regulation of dealers, dealerships and salespersons) ; or

(b) Violates a rule adopted by the department relating to the sale of manufactured structures if the person is exempt from licensing under ORS 446.676 (Exceptions to prohibition against unlicensed dealer activity) . [2003 c.655 §47c]

Note: 446.995 (Civil penalties for violation of ORS 446.661 to 446.756 or related rules) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 446 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 446.995 — Civil penalties for violation of ORS 446.661 to 446.756 or related rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 451.560 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 451 / Section 451.560
451.560 Agreements for cooperative financing of service facilities or for use, lease or joint operation of service facilities
Status: in_force

(1) The district may enter into agreements with any city, any county, the federal government, the state or any of its agencies, any district organized for a public purpose or any person for a period not to exceed 30 years for the cooperative financing of the construction, maintenance and operation of service facilities.

(2) The district may enter into agreements with any county, city, district organized for a public purpose or person for the use, lease or joint operation of any service facilities, or any portion thereof. [1955 c.685 §16; 1963 c.515 §21; 1973 c.785 §23]

Source: Section 451.560 — Agreements for cooperative financing of service facilities or for use, lease or joint operation of service facilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors451.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.075 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.075
443.075 Services and supplies prescribed by physician, naturopathic physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner
Status: in_force

(1) A home health agency must have an order for treatment, plan of treatment or plan of care from a physician, naturopathic physician licensed under ORS chapter 685, 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) for the following services and supplies:

(a) Home nursing care provided by or under the supervision of a registered nurse;

(b) Physical, occupational or speech therapy, medical social services or other therapeutic services;

(c) Home health aide services; and

(d) Medical supplies, other than drugs and biologicals, and the use of medical appliances.

(2) A home health agency shall have each plan of treatment or plan of care reviewed by the physician, naturopathic physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner periodically, in accordance with rules adopted by the Oregon Health Authority. [1977 c.738 §5; 1981 c.415 §3; 2001 c.346 §2; 2009 c.792 §70; 2013 c.61 §4; 2014 c.45 §62; 2017 c.356 §71]

Source: Section 443.075 — Services and supplies prescribed by physician, naturopathic physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.006 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.006
443.006 Criminal background check registry
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Care” has the meaning given that term in ORS 181A.200 (Authority of Department of Human Services, Oregon Health Authority and Employment Department to require fingerprints) .

(b) “Facility” means:

(A) A long term care facility as defined in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) ;

(B) A residential care facility as defined in ORS 443.400 (Definitions for ORS 443.400 to 443.455) , including but not limited to an assisted living facility; and

(C) An adult foster home as defined in ORS 443.705 (Definitions for ORS 443.705 to 443.825) .

(c) “Home care worker” has the meaning given that term in ORS 410.600 (Definitions for ORS 410.595 to 410.625) .

(d) “Personal support worker” has the meaning given that term in ORS 410.600 (Definitions for ORS 410.595 to 410.625) .

(2) The Department of Human Services shall augment the department’s existing criminal background check system with a regularly updated registry of all persons who work or are seeking to work to provide care.

(3) The department shall adopt rules designating the persons who may be listed on the registry. The registry must list persons who work or are seeking to work to provide care:

(a) In a facility; or

(b) As a home care worker or personal support worker.

(4) The department shall adopt rules establishing:

(a) The information that must be reported by facilities;

(b) The form and frequency of reporting by facilities;

(c) Procedures and standards for the administration of the registry; and

(d) Guidelines and procedures for requests for and release of information from the registry. [2014 c.104 §6; 2017 c.239 §1; 2018 c.75 §25]

Note: See second note under 443.001 (Quality Care Fund) .

Source: Section 443.006 — Criminal background check registry; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.176 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.176
446.176 Fees
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services, with the approval of the Residential and Manufactured Structures Board, shall adopt regulations under the provisions of ORS chapter 183 to provide a schedule for plan review fees, insignia fees, inspection fees and other necessary fees based on the estimated cost of administering ORS 446.003 (Definitions for ORS 446.003 to 446.200 and 446.225 to 446.285) to 446.200 (Exemption from additional regulations) and 446.225 (Administration and enforcement of federal manufactured housing safety and construction standards) to 446.285 (Advisory board training and education programs) .

(2) Fees collected by the department pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the Consumer and Business Services Fund established by ORS 705.145 (Consumer and Business Services Fund) . Moneys deposited into the fund pursuant to this section are continuously appropriated to the department for use as provided in ORS 446.423 (Use of moneys) . [1975 c.546 §14 (enacted in lieu of 446.175); 1993 c.744 §51; 1997 c.205 §2; 1999 c.518 §2; 2001 c.710 §5; 2009 c.567 §29]

Source: Section 446.176 — Fees; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431.155 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431 / Section 431.155
431.155 Authority of Oregon Health Authority to restrain violation of public health laws
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever it appears to the Oregon Health Authority that any person is engaged or about to engage in any acts or practices that constitute a violation of any statute relating to public health administered by the authority, or any rule or order issued thereunder, the authority may institute proceedings in the circuit courts to enforce obedience thereto by injunction, or by other processes, mandatory or otherwise, restraining such person, or its officers, agents, employees and representatives from further violation of such statute, rule or order, and enjoining upon them obedience thereto.

(2) The provisions of this section are in addition to and not in substitution of any other enforcement provisions contained in any statute administered by the authority. [1967 c.94 §2; 1971 c.650 §13; 1977 c.582 §12; 2001 c.900 §145; 2009 c.595 §537]

Source: Section 431.155 — Authority of Oregon Health Authority to restrain violation of public health laws , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.866 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.866
431A.866 Prescribing practices
Status: in_force

The Oregon Health Authority shall coordinate with health professional regulatory boards to make resources available to practitioners regarding the best methods to change prescribing practices with respect to opioids and opiates and to incorporate alternative pain management options into prescribing practices. [2017 c.683 §21]

Source: Section 431A.866 — Prescribing practices , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 448.305 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 448 / Section 448.305
448.305 Special ordinance authority of certain cities
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to subsection (2) of this section, by ordinance a city may prohibit or restrict access for purposes of fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, picnicking, trapping of wild animals or birds, harvesting of timber or mining or removal of minerals or carrying on any other activity in its watershed area, or by ordinance may permit any such activity in its watershed area upon conditions specified in the ordinance. However, no ordinance passed under authority of this section shall prohibit the hunting or trapping of fur-bearing or predatory mammals doing damage to public or private property or prohibit the hunting or trapping of any bird or mammal for scientific purposes, as defined in ORS 497.298 (Scientific taking permit) (3).

(2) Subsection (1) of this section applies only to cities with respect to watershed areas which are the subject of an agreement between the city and the United States or any department or agency thereof, which agreement authorizes such action by the city.

(3) Violation of an ordinance adopted by any city pursuant to this section is a Class C misdemeanor.

(4) After adoption of an ordinance pursuant to subsection (1) of this section, a city shall post the area with suitable signs setting forth the prohibition of access or the conditions of limited access imposed by the ordinance. Failure to post the area as required in this subsection shall be a defense in any prosecution under an ordinance adopted by any city under authority of this section. [Formerly 449.327; 2011 c.597 §198]

Source: Section 448.305 — Special ordinance authority of certain cities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors448.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.416 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.416
446.416 Civil penalty for violation of ORS 446.395 to 446.420 or related rules
Status: in_force

The Department of Consumer and Business Services may impose a civil penalty for a violation of ORS 446.395 (License required) to 446.420 (License required to maintain action) or rules adopted for the administration and enforcement of those sections. The department shall impose a civil penalty authorized by this section as provided in ORS 455.895 (Civil penalties) . [2001 c.411 §4]

Source: Section 446.416 — Civil penalty for violation of ORS 446.395 to 446.420 or related rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 444.320 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 444 / Section 444.320
444.320 Physician report of childhood diabetes
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “child” means an individual 18 years of age or younger.

(2) In accordance with ORS 444.300 (Database on childhood diabetes) , upon diagnosing or first treating a child with Type I or Type II diabetes, a physician shall report to the Oregon Health Authority:

(a) The name and address of the child;

(b) The gender of the child;

(c) The date of birth of the child;

(d) The type of diabetes the child has; and

(e) The date of diagnosis or first treatment by the reporting physician. [2001 c.719 §3; 2009 c.595 §799]

Source: Section 444.320 — Physician report of childhood diabetes , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors444.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.770 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.770
441.770 Need for replacement staff
Status: in_force

(1) For purposes of this section, “nursing staff” includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants and other hospital nursing staff members as defined by the Oregon Health Authority by rule.

(2) When a hospital learns about the need for replacement staff, the hospital shall make every reasonable effort to obtain nursing staff for unfilled hours or shifts before requiring a nursing staff member to work overtime.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, a hospital may not require a nursing staff member to work:

(A) Beyond the agreed-upon and prearranged shift, regardless of the length of the shift;

(B) More than 48 hours in any hospital-defined work week;

(C) More than 12 hours in a 24-hour period; or

(D) During the 10-hour period immediately following the 12th hour worked during a 24-hour period.

(b) For purposes of paragraph (a)(D) of this subsection, a nursing staff member begins to work when the nursing staff member begins a shift.

(4) A hospital may require an additional hour of work beyond the work authorized under subsection (3) of this section if:

(a) A staff vacancy for the next shift becomes known at the end of the current shift; or

(b) There is a potential harm to an assigned patient if the nursing staff member leaves the assignment or transfers care to another nursing staff member.

(5) If a nursing staff member agrees to work overtime, the nursing staff member is accountable for the nursing staff member’s competency in practice and is responsible for notifying the nursing staff member’s supervisor when the nursing staff member’s ability to safely provide care is compromised.

(6) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Time spent in required meetings or receiving education or training shall be included as hours worked for purposes of subsection (3) of this section.

(b) Time spent on call or on standby when the nursing staff member is required to be at the premises of the employer shall be included as hours worked for purposes of subsection (3) of this section.

(c) Time spent on call but away from the premises of the employer may not be included as hours worked for purposes of subsection (3) of this section.

(7) If a nursing staff member believes that a hospital unit is engaging in a pattern of requiring direct care nursing staff to work overtime for nonemergency care, the nursing staff member may report that information to the hospital nurse staffing committee established for the hospital pursuant to ORS 441.762 (Hospital nurse staffing committee) . The hospital nurse staffing committee shall consider the information when reviewing the written hospital-wide staffing plan as required by ORS 441.764 (Annual review of nurse staffing plan) .

(8) The provisions of this section do not apply to nursing staff needs:

(a) In the event of a national or state emergency or circumstances requiring the implementation of a facility disaster plan; or

(b) In emergency circumstances identified by the authority by rule. [Formerly 441.166]

Note: See note under 441.761 (Nurse Staffing Advisory Board) .

Source: Section 441.770 — Need for replacement staff , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 440.330 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 440 / Section 440.330
440.330 Number of directors
Status: in_force

(1) The board of directors of a district, by resolution offered and adopted at any regular meeting of the board, may increase the number of directors from five to no more than 15.

(2) If the number of directors is increased by action of the board, the board shall not fill by appointment any newly created position on the board, but shall provide for the election at the next regular district election of a sufficient number of additional directors to fill the newly created positions on the board.

(3) The term of office of each director elected under subsection (2) of this section shall begin July 1 following the next regular district election.

(4) The directors who are elected under subsection (2) of this section shall determine by lot the length of term each shall hold office. The terms of not more than one-half of the directors who are appointed or elected shall expire June 30 next following the first regular district election after the appointment or election. The terms of the remainder shall expire June 30 next following the second regular district election after the appointment or election.

(5) The term of a director shall expire when the director is absent from four or more consecutive regular meetings of the board and the board declares the position vacant. The vacancy shall be filled as provided by ORS 198.320 (Filling of vacancies on governing bodies of certain districts) (1) and (2).

(6) An individual who is an employee of a health district is not eligible to serve as a director of the health district by which the individual is employed. [Formerly 441.285; 1979 c.520 §3; 1981 c.508 §1; 1983 c.350 §258; 1983 c.699 §1a; 1989 c.478 §1]

Source: Section 440.330 — Number of directors; terms; effect of absence; district employee not eligible to serve on board , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors440.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.015 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.015
443.015 License required
Status: in_force

A person may not establish a home health agency or organization providing home health services for compensation, or purport to manage or operate a home health agency or organization, without first obtaining a license from the Oregon Health Authority. The license shall be renewable annually and is not transferable. [1977 c.738 §2; 2003 c.14 §259; 2009 c.595 §770; 2009 c.792 §15]

Source: Section 443.015 — License required; renewal, transferability of license , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 440.340 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 440 / Section 440.340
440.340 Directors
Status: in_force

The district board shall hold meetings at such time and place within the district as it may, from time to time, determine, but it shall hold at least one regular meeting in each month on a day to be fixed by it, and may hold special meetings under such rules as it may make. [Formerly 441.295]

Source: Section 440.340 — Directors; meetings; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors440.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.337 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.337
453.337 When disclosure of identity of hazardous substance required
Status: in_force

(1) If a health professional determines that a medical emergency exists and the specific identity of a hazardous substance is necessary for emergency or first-aid treatment, the employer shall immediately, if known, disclose the specific hazardous substance identity without first requiring a written statement of need or a confidentiality agreement. The employer may request a written statement of need and confidentiality agreement as required under subsection (2) of this section as soon as circumstances permit.

(2) In a nonemergency situation, an employer shall disclose a specific hazardous substance identity, if known, otherwise permitted to be withheld under ORS 453.332 (When disclosure of identity may be withheld) , to a health professional if the health professional provides a statement of need and enters into a confidentiality agreement with the employer.

(3) A statement of need required under subsection (2) of this section shall:

(a) Be in writing;

(b) Describe in sufficient detail the reason the information is needed;

(c) Explain in detail why disclosure of the specific hazardous substance identity is essential and that without disclosure the health professional would be unable to provide adequate medical assistance; and

(d) Include a description of the procedures to be used to maintain the confidentiality of the disclosed information.

(4) The health professional providing medical assistance and the employer shall enter into a written confidentiality agreement stating that:

(a) The health professional will not use the trade secret information for any purpose other than the health needs asserted; and

(b) The health professional agrees not to release the information under any circumstances except as otherwise authorized by the terms of the agreement or in writing by the employer.

(5) The State Fire Marshal shall establish a uniform form for the confidentiality agreement required under this section. [1985 c.726 §9]

Source: Section 453.337 — When disclosure of identity of hazardous substance required , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.126 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.126
433.126 Notice to persons subject to order
Status: in_force

(1) The Public Health Director or the local public health administrator shall provide the person or group of persons detained or sought for detention under ORS 433.121 (Emergency administrative order for isolation or quarantine) or 433.123 (Petition for court order for isolation or quarantine) with a written notice informing the person or group of persons of:

(a) The right to legal counsel, including how to request and communicate with counsel;

(b) The right to petition the circuit court for release from isolation or quarantine and the procedures for filing a petition;

(c) The conditions of and principles of isolation and quarantine specified in ORS 433.128 (Conditions of and principles for isolation or quarantine) ;

(d) The right to petition the court for a remedy regarding a breach of the conditions of isolation or quarantine imposed on the person or group of persons and the procedures for filing a petition; and

(e) The sanctions that may be imposed for violating an order issued under ORS 433.121 (Emergency administrative order for isolation or quarantine) or 433.123 (Petition for court order for isolation or quarantine) .

(2) The Public Health Director or the local public health administrator must ensure, to the extent practicable, that the person or group of persons receives the notice required under this section in a language and in a manner the person or group of persons can understand.

(3) The Public Health Director may adopt rules prescribing the form of notice required by this section. [2007 c.445 §10; 2011 c.721 §4]

Source: Section 433.126 — Notice to persons subject to order; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.510 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.510
431A.510 Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund
Status: in_force

(1) There is created within the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund, the Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund administered by the Spinal Cord Injury Research Board. Moneys in the fund are continuously appropriated for the purpose of carrying out ORS 431A.505 (Duties of board) .

(2) The Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund shall consist of:

(a) Moneys appropriated to the fund by the Legislative Assembly; and

(b) Moneys obtained from gifts or grants by any public or private source received by the board under ORS 431A.505 (Duties of board) (3). [Formerly 431.294]

Source: Section 431A.510 — Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.450 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.450
442.450 Exemption from cost review regulations
Status: in_force

The following are not subject to ORS 442.400 (“Health care facility” defined) to 442.463 (Annual utilization report) :

(1) Physicians in private practice, solo or in a group or partnership, who are not employed by, or hold ownership or part ownership in, a health care facility; or

(2) Health care facilities described in ORS 441.065 (Exemption of certain religious institutions) . [1977 c.751 §55]

Source: Section 442.450 — Exemption from cost review regulations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431.139 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431 / Section 431.139
431.139 Reporting on foundational capabilities
Status: in_force

(1) Each biennium, the Oregon Health Authority shall submit to the Legislative Fiscal Office a report on the application of the formula described in ORS 431.380 (Distribution of funds) , containing at a minimum:

(a) A statement of the amount of state moneys that the Oregon Health Authority received for the purpose of funding the foundational capabilities established under ORS 431.131 (Foundational capabilities) and the foundational programs established under ORS 431.141 (Foundational programs) ;

(b) A description of how state moneys that the Oregon Health Authority received for the purpose of funding the foundational capabilities established under ORS 431.131 (Foundational capabilities) and the foundational programs established under ORS 431.141 (Foundational programs) were distributed to local public health authorities; and

(c) The level of work funded for each foundational capability and each foundational program and the progress of local public health authorities in meeting accountability metrics.

(2) The Oregon Public Health Advisory Board shall, each biennium, make recommendations to the Oregon Health Authority on the priorities for the Oregon Health Authority and on the priorities of local public health authorities for each foundational capability established under ORS 431.131 (Foundational capabilities) and each foundational program established under ORS 431.141 (Foundational programs) , based on state moneys that the Oregon Health Authority received for the purpose of funding the foundational capabilities established under ORS 431.131 (Foundational capabilities) and the foundational programs established under ORS 431.141 (Foundational programs) . [2017 c.627 §4a]

Note: 431.139 (Reporting on foundational capabilities) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 431 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 431.139 — Reporting on foundational capabilities , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.876 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.876
453.876 Determination that property is not fit for use
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Oregon Health Authority or a designee thereof, the State Fire Marshal or a designee thereof or any law enforcement agency may determine that property is not fit for use pursuant to ORS 105.555 (Places declared nuisances subject to abatement) , 431.175 (Warrant procedure) and 453.855 (Purpose) to 453.912 (Governmental immunity from liability) and applicable rules adopted by the Oregon Health Authority and may make that determination on site. The determination is effective immediately and renders the property not fit for use.

(2) The owner may appeal the determination, to the agency that made the determination, within 30 working days after the determination, pursuant to rules of the agency, or to circuit court.

(3) The appeal to the agency is not a contested case under ORS chapter 183. The question on appeal is limited to whether the site is an illegal drug manufacturing site.

(4) If a determination that property is not fit for use is made under subsection (1) of this section, a local government or the state may provide notice that the real property has been determined to be an illegal drug manufacturing site and not fit for use to:

(a) A person in each residence located within 300 feet of the real property if the real property is located within an urban growth boundary; or

(b) A person in each residence located within one quarter mile of the real property if the real property is not located within an urban growth boundary.

(5) The notice described in subsection (4) of this section shall be in writing and shall include:

(a) The address of the real property that is determined to be not fit for use;

(b) A statement that the determination is subject to appeal and that the real property may be determined to be fit for use if the appeal is successful or if the real property is certified as decontaminated;

(c) The telephone number of the office of the Oregon Health Authority that is responsible for overseeing the decontamination of illegal drug manufacturing sites; and

(d) The website for the Oregon Health Authority office responsible for overseeing the decontamination of illegal drug manufacturing sites that contains information on the dangers associated with real property that has been used as an illegal drug manufacturing site. [1989 c.915 §9; 1999 c.861 §2; 2003 c.559 §1; 2009 c.595 §926]

Source: Section 453.876 — Determination that property is not fit for use; appeal; notice to local residents , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.325 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.325
442.325 Certificate of need for health care facility of health maintenance organization
Status: in_force

(1) A certificate of need shall be required for the development or establishment of a health care facility of any new health maintenance organization.

(2) Any activity of a health maintenance organization which does not involve the direct delivery of health services, as distinguished from arrangements for indirect delivery of health services through contracts with providers, shall be exempt from certificate of need review.

(3) Nothing in ORS 244.050 (Persons required to file statement of economic interest) , 431.250 (Federal grants to be handled by Oregon Health Authority) , 441.015 (Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations) to 441.119 (Exemptions) , 441.993 (Civil penalties and administrative actions) , 442.015 (Definitions) to 442.420 (Application for financial assistance) and 442.450 (Exemption from cost review regulations) applies to any decision of a health maintenance organization involving its organizational structure, its arrangements for financing health services, the terms of its contracts with enrolled beneficiaries or its scope of benefits.

(4) With the exception of certificate of need requirements, when applicable, the licensing and regulation of health maintenance organizations shall be controlled by ORS 750.005 (Definitions) to 750.095 (Requirements of contract between provider and subscriber) and statutes incorporated by reference therein.

(5) It is the policy of ORS 244.050 (Persons required to file statement of economic interest) , 431.250 (Federal grants to be handled by Oregon Health Authority) , 441.015 (Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations) to 441.119 (Exemptions) , 441.993 (Civil penalties and administrative actions) , 442.015 (Definitions) to 442.420 (Application for financial assistance) and 442.450 (Exemption from cost review regulations) to encourage the growth of health maintenance organizations as an alternative delivery system and to provide the facilities for the provision of quality health care to the present and future members who may enroll within their defined service area.

(6) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) It is also the policy of ORS 244.050 (Persons required to file statement of economic interest) , 431.250 (Federal grants to be handled by Oregon Health Authority) , 441.015 (Licensing of facilities and health maintenance organizations) to 441.119 (Exemptions) , 441.993 (Civil penalties and administrative actions) , 442.015 (Definitions) to 442.420 (Application for financial assistance) and 442.450 (Exemption from cost review regulations) to consider the special needs and circumstances of health maintenance organizations. Such needs and circumstances include the needs of and costs to members and projected members of the health maintenance organization in obtaining health services and the potential for a reduction in the use of inpatient care in the community through an extension of preventive health services and the provision of more systematic and comprehensive health services. The consideration of a new health service proposed by a health maintenance organization shall also address the availability and cost of obtaining the proposed new health service from the existing providers in the area that are not health maintenance organizations.

(b) The Oregon Health Authority shall issue a certificate of need for beds, services or equipment to meet the needs or reasonably anticipated needs of members of health maintenance organizations when beds, services or equipment are not available from nonplan providers. [1977 c.751 §56; 1981 c.693 §11; 1995 c.727 §40; 1999 c.581 §9; 2009 c.595 §752]

Source: Section 442.325 — Certificate of need for health care facility of health maintenance organization; exempt activities; policy relating to health maintenance organizations , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 454.320 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 454 / Section 454.320
454.320 Hearing on resolution or ordinance
Status: in_force

(1) The governing body shall give notice of the time and place of the hearing on the resolution or ordinance by publishing the notice of the intent to adopt the resolution or ordinance in a newspaper of general circulation within the affected area once each week for four successive weeks and by such other means as the governing body deems appropriate in order to give actual notice of the hearing. The hearing shall be held within or near the affected area described in the resolution or ordinance. At the hearing on the resolution or ordinance, any interested person shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written testimony. The hearing shall be for the purpose of determining whether a seepage charge should be levied and collected.

(2) After the hearing held under this section, the governing body shall publish a notice of the levy of the seepage charge and thereafter proceed to levy and collect the seepage charge in such amount as in the discretion of the governing body will provide revenues for the payment of the principal and interest, in whole or in part, due on general obligation bonds or on revenue bonds issued by the governing body to construct the treatment works or to provide capital funds for the construction of treatment works. [1983 c.235 §3]

Source: Section 454.320 — Hearing on resolution or ordinance; notice of levy , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors454.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.440 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.440
432.440 County registrar sale of certified copies of records of live birth and death
Status: in_force

The Oregon Health Authority shall adopt, taking into consideration local service needs and interests, rules to allow a county registrar to sell, within six months of the date of the event occurring in the county, certified copies of records of live birth and death. [Formerly 432.085]

Source: Section 432.440 — County registrar sale of certified copies of records of live birth and death; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.454 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.454
443.454 Provision of opioid overdose reversal medication upon discharge, release or transfer of resident from facility where resident received addiction treatment
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, “facility” means a residential care facility, residential treatment facility or residential treatment home licensed under ORS 443.410 (Single license required) .

(2) Notwithstanding ORS 689.800 (Opioid overdose) , upon the discharge or release of a resident, a facility shall provide to the resident at least two doses of an opioid overdose reversal medication and the necessary medical supplies to administer the medication if:

(a) The resident received addiction treatment at the facility for a current opioid use disorder; and

(b) The resident is discharged, released or transferred to an unlicensed private residence or other unlicensed setting.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection, a person who is acting in good faith, if the act does not constitute wanton misconduct, is immune from civil liability for any act or omission of an act committed during the course of providing to a resident opioid overdose reversal medications, and the necessary medical supplies to administer the medications, under subsection (2) of this section.

(b) This subsection does not apply to a person involved in the manufacture or sale of opioid overdose reversal medication.

(4) The requirements of subsection (2) of this section do not apply if a resident leaves the facility against the facility’s advice. [2023 c.297 §6]

Note: Section 7, chapter 297, Oregon Laws 2023, provides:

Sec. 7. The Oregon Health Authority shall facilitate access to opioid overdose reversal medications and the necessary medical supplies to administer the medications for hospitals licensed under ORS chapter 441, long term care facilities as defined in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) , facilities as defined in section 4 of this 2023 Act [ 430.263 (Provision of opioid overdose reversal medication upon release or discharge from facility that provides detoxification services) ] and facilities as defined in section 6 of this 2023 Act [ 443.454 (Provision of opioid overdose reversal medication upon discharge, release or transfer of resident from facility where resident received addiction treatment) ] for the purposes of carrying out sections 2 [ 441.052 (Provision of opioid reversal medication upon discharge or release from hospital) ], 3 [ 441.698 (Provision of opioid reversal medication and supplies upon discharge or transfer of resident who received addiction treatment) ], 4 and 6 of this 2023 Act. [2023 c.297 §7]

Source: Section 443.454 — Provision of opioid overdose reversal medication upon discharge, release or transfer of resident from facility where resident received addiction treatment , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.345 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.345
446.345 Prohibited acts
Status: in_force

No person shall:

(1) Use kitchen or toilet facilities in a camping vehicle being operated on a highway or parked overnight at a place where sanitary facilities are not provided unless the person makes provision whereby sewage and other waste materials can be held in watertight and sanitary containers of a type approved by the Oregon Health Authority.

(2) Empty a container described in subsection (1) of this section except into a public sewerage system, septic tank or cesspool of a type approved by the authority. However, in isolated areas where space is not available in a recreation park or organizational camp and such facilities are not available, these containers may be emptied into the ground if all sewage and other waste materials are buried at least one foot below the surface of the ground.

(3) When using a recreation park or organizational camp, create an insanitary condition or deposit putrescible or nonputrescible waste any place other than in appropriate containers designated for such purposes. [1969 c.533 §8; 1973 c.560 §19; 2009 c.595 §821]

Source: Section 446.345 — Prohibited acts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.800 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.800
433.800 Definitions for ORS 433.800 to 433.830
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 433.800 (Definitions for ORS 433.800 to 433.830) to 433.830 (Immunity of trained person and institution rendering emergency assistance) , unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) “Adrenal crisis” means a sudden, severe worsening of symptoms associated with adrenal insufficiency, such as severe pain in the lower back, abdomen or legs, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, low blood pressure or loss of consciousness.

(2) “Adrenal insufficiency” means a hormonal disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough adrenal hormones.

(3) “Allergen” means a substance, usually a protein, that evokes a particular adverse response in a sensitive individual.

(4) “Allergic response” means a medical condition caused by exposure to an allergen, with physical symptoms that range from localized itching to severe anaphylactic shock and that may be life threatening.

(5) “Hypoglycemia” means a condition in which a person experiences low blood sugar, producing symptoms such as drowsiness, loss of muscle control so that chewing or swallowing is impaired, irrational behavior in which food intake is resisted, convulsions, fainting or coma.

(6) “Nurse practitioner” means a nurse practitioner licensed under ORS chapter 678.

(7) “Other treatment” means oral administration of food containing glucose or other forms of carbohydrate, such as jelly or candy.

(8) “Other treatment has failed” means a hypoglycemic student’s symptoms have worsened after the administration of a food containing glucose or other form of carbohydrate or a hypoglycemic student has become incoherent, unconscious or unresponsive.

(9) “Physician” means a physician licensed under ORS chapter 677.

(10) “Physician assistant” means a physician assistant licensed under ORS 677.505 (Application of provisions governing physician assistants to other health professions) to 677.525 (Fees) . [1989 c.299 §2; 1997 c.345 §1; 2015 c.676 §3; 2017 c.101 §42a]

Source: Section 433.800 — Definitions for ORS 433.800 to 433.830 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 438.160 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 438 / Section 438.160
438.160 Refusal to issue or renew license
Status: in_force

Subject to ORS chapter 183, the Oregon Health Authority may refuse to issue or renew the license, or may suspend or revoke the license or health screen testing permit, of a clinical laboratory if it finds that the owner or director has:

(1) Intentionally made false statements on an application for a clinical laboratory license or any other documents required by the authority, or made any misrepresentation in seeking to obtain or retain a license.

(2) Demonstrated incompetence as defined pursuant to regulations promulgated after public hearing.

(3) Intentionally falsified any report.

(4) Referred a specimen for examination to a nonlicensed or an unlicensed clinical laboratory in this state unless the laboratory is exempt from the application of ORS 438.010 (Definitions for ORS 438.010 to 438.510) to 438.510 (Prohibited acts) .

(5) Misrepresented the scope of laboratory service offered by the clinical laboratory or the clinical laboratory specialties authorized by the license.

(6) Rendered a report on clinical laboratory work actually performed in another clinical laboratory without designating the name and address of the clinical laboratory in which the test was performed.

(7) Knowingly had professional connection with or permitted the use of the name of the licensed clinical laboratory or its director by a clinical laboratory that is required to but has not obtained a license.

(8) Failed to perform or cause to be performed within the time specified analysis of test samples as authorized by ORS 438.320 (Laboratory evaluation system) , or failed to report on the results of such analysis within the specified time.

(9) Failed to permit within a reasonable time the entry or inspection authorized by ORS 438.310 (Inspection of laboratory premises) .

(10) Failed to continue to meet requirements of ORS 438.110 (Standards for issuance and renewal of laboratory license) and 438.120 (Standards for licensing specialties) .

(11) Violated any provision of ORS 438.010 (Definitions for ORS 438.010 to 438.510) to 438.510 (Prohibited acts) . [1969 c.685 §10; 1993 c.109 §13; 1999 c.341 §8; 2001 c.104 §172; 2009 c.595 §706]

Source: Section 438.160 — Refusal to issue or renew license; suspension or revocation of license or permit , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors438.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 440.360 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 440 / Section 440.360
440.360 Powers of health districts
Status: in_force

A health district has all powers necessary to carry out the purposes of ORS 440.315 (Definitions for ORS 440.315 to 440.410) to 440.410 (Annual audit) , including, but not limited to, the power:

(1) To provide directly or indirectly any physical or mental health related service.

(2) To make any contract or agreement, to purchase and lease real and personal property, to enter into business arrangements or relationships with public or private entities and to create and participate fully in the operation of any business structure, including the development of business structures and arrangements for health care delivery systems and managed care plans.

(3) To participate in community sponsored health screening, prevention, wellness, improvement or other activities that address the physical or mental health needs of district residents. Such participation may include clinical, financial, administrative, volunteer or other support considered appropriate by the board.

(4) To perform any other acts that in the judgment of the board are necessary or appropriate to accomplish the purposes of ORS 440.315 (Definitions for ORS 440.315 to 440.410) to 440.410 (Annual audit) . [Formerly 441.320; 1979 c.520 §2; 1981 c.508 §3; 1983 c.699 §2; 1983 c.740 §155; 1985 c.747 §50; 1987 c.850 §1; 1997 c.857 §1; 1999 c.630 §2; 2003 c.802 §113]

Source: Section 440.360 — Powers of health districts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors440.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.900 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.900
431A.900 Civil penalty for violation of ORS 431A.855 to 431A.900
Status: in_force

(1) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, the Attorney General may impose a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000 for each violation of ORS 431A.860 (Duty of pharmacy to report to program) , 431A.865 (Disclosure of information) or 431A.870 (Duty of pharmacist to fill prescription) . Each improper release of information from the prescription monitoring program in violation of ORS 431A.865 (Disclosure of information) is a separate violation.

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

(3) The Department of Justice may adopt rules as required to carry out the provisions of this section.

(4) Penalties recovered under this section shall be paid into the State Treasury and credited to the General Fund. [Formerly 431.992]

Source: Section 431A.900 — Civil penalty for violation of ORS 431A.855 to 431A.900 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.745 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.745
441.745 Penalties to Quality Care Fund
Status: repealed

All penalties recovered under ORS 441.710 (Civil penalties) to 441.740 (Judicial review) shall be deposited in the Quality Care Fund established in ORS 443.001 (Quality Care Fund) . [1975 c.328 §8; 2009 c.837 §22; 2017 c.679 §44]

Note: See note under 441.705 (Definitions for ORS 441.705 to 441.745) .

Note: Sections 2 and 6, chapter 616, Oregon Laws 2021, provide:

Sec. 2. (1) As used in this section:

(a) “Emergency medical services provider” has the meaning given that term in ORS 682.025 (Definitions) .

(b) “Local government” has the meaning given that term in ORS 174.116 (“Local government” and “local service district” defined) .

(c) “Long term care facility” has the meaning given that term in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) .

(d) “Residential care facility” has the meaning given that term in ORS 443.400 (Definitions for ORS 443.400 to 443.455) .

(2) The governing body of a local government may not enact or enforce any charter provision, ordinance, resolution or other regulation that:

(a) Regulates the care or services and supports provided to a patient or resident of a long term care facility or residential care facility, that are subject to regulation by the Department of Human Services under state or federal law, or pursuant to rules adopted by the department; or

(b) Imposes fees or other requirements that apply exclusively to long term care facilities or residential care facilities and are not generally applicable to business entities operating within the jurisdiction of the local government.

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

(a) Local government authority provided by state law, including but not limited to a local public health authority; or

(b) Laws that impose a fine, fee, charge or sanction against long term care facilities or residential care facilities that contact an emergency medical services provider to provide lift assist services to a resident who has fallen and who the long term care facility or residential care facility knows, or reasonably should have known, does not require the services of an emergency medical services provider. [2021 c.616 §2]

Sec. 6. Sections 1 and 2 of this 2021 Act are repealed on January 2, 2027. [2021 c.616 §6]

Source: Section 441.745 — Penalties to Quality Care Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.855 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.855
453.855 Purpose
Status: in_force

It is the purpose of ORS 105.555 (Places declared nuisances subject to abatement) , 431.175 (Warrant procedure) and 453.855 (Purpose) to 453.912 (Governmental immunity from liability) to provide a just, equitable and practicable method, to be cumulative with and in addition to any other remedy provided by law, whereby property which endangers the life, safety or welfare of the general public or occupants of property because of toxic chemical contamination that may result from illegal drug manufacturing may be required to be decontaminated, vacated and secured against use, or demolished. [1989 c.915 §1]

Source: Section 453.855 — Purpose , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.778 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.778
441.778 Variances to staffing plan requirements
Status: in_force

Upon request of a hospital, the Oregon Health Authority may grant a variance to the written hospital-wide staffing plan requirements described in ORS 441.761 (Nurse Staffing Advisory Board) to 441.795 (Limitations on rulemaking authority of Oregon Health Authority) if the variance is necessary to ensure that the hospital is staffed to meet the health care needs of patients. [Formerly 441.164]

Note: See note under 441.761 (Nurse Staffing Advisory Board) .

Source: Section 441.778 — Variances to staffing plan requirements , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.228 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.228
432.228 Issuance of certified copy of record of live birth to adopted persons
Status: in_force

(1) Upon receipt of a written application to the State Registrar of the Center for Health Statistics, an adopted person 21 years of age and older born in this state shall be issued a certified copy of the person’s unaltered, original and unamended record of live birth in the custody of the state registrar, with procedures, filing fees, and waiting periods as prescribed by the state registrar by rule.

(2) A birth parent may at any time request from the state registrar or from a voluntary adoption registry a Contact Preference Form that shall accompany a certified copy issued under subsection (1) of this section. The Contact Preference Form shall provide the following information to be completed at the option of the birth parent:

(a) I would like to be contacted;

(b) I would prefer to be contacted only through an intermediary; or

(c) I prefer not to be contacted at this time. If I decide later that I would like to be contacted, I will register with the voluntary adoption registry. I have completed an updated medical history and have filed it with the voluntary adoption registry. Attached is a certificate from the voluntary adoption registry verifying receipt of the updated medical history.

(3) A certificate from a voluntary adoption registry verifying receipt of an updated medical history under subsection (2) of this section shall be in a form prescribed by the Oregon Health Authority and shall be supplied upon request of the birth parent by the voluntary adoption registry.

(4) When the state registrar receives a completed Contact Preference Form from a birth parent, the state registrar shall match the Contact Preference Form with the adopted person’s record of live birth. The Contact Preference Form shall be made a part of the adopted person’s record of live birth when a match is made.

(5) A completed Contact Preference Form shall be confidential and shall be placed in a secure file until a match with the adopted person’s record of live birth is made and the Contact Preference Form is placed in the adopted person’s record.

(6) Only those persons who are authorized to process applications made under subsection (1) of this section may process Contact Preference Forms. [Formerly 432.240]

Source: Section 432.228 — Issuance of certified copy of record of live birth to adopted persons; Contact Preference Form , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.427 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.427
441.427 Training on caring for LGBTQIA2S+ residents and residents living with HIV
Status: in_force

The Long Term Care Ombudsman, the deputy ombudsmen and their designees shall complete a training meeting the requirements of ORS 441.116 (Training required) (1) and (2) within 12 months of appointment and every two years thereafter. Training provided subsequent to the initial training of the Long Term Care Ombudsman, the deputy ombudsmen and their designees must include, at a minimum, refresher courses on the topics described in ORS 441.116 (Training required) (2)(b) and (d). [2023 c.567 §9]

Note: 441.427 (Training on caring for LGBTQIA2S+ residents and residents living with HIV) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 441 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 441.427 — Training on caring for LGBTQIA2S+ residents and residents living with HIV , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 435.230 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 435 / Section 435.230
435.230 Reproductive health services and education programs
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority may, subject to available funds, implement reproductive health services and education programs and provide funding for reproductive health services and education in this state.

(2) In order to receive state or federal funding or reimbursement from the authority for the provision of reproductive health services, a health care provider must be certified by the authority pursuant to rules adopted under subsection (3) of this section.

(3) The authority may adopt rules necessary to carry out this section, including but not limited to rules to:

(a) Establish the programs described in subsection (1) of this section;

(b) Establish a health care provider certification process; and

(c) Adopt fees. [2022 c.45 §10]

Source: Section 435.230 — Reproductive health services and education programs; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors435.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.360 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.360
433.360 Report of rabies cases
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever a case of animal rabies occurs, the fact shall be reported to the Director of the Oregon Health Authority and to the State Department of Agriculture immediately.

(2) The department, in consultation with the Oregon Health Authority, shall establish a quarantine pursuant to ORS chapter 596 if the department and the authority find that a quarantine is necessary.

(3) The department and the authority may contract with counties for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of ORS 433.350 (Power of Oregon Health Authority to take possession and order destruction of animal) , 433.355 (Procedure to force compliance with ORS 433.350) and subsection (2) of this section. [1971 c.413 §5; 1975 c.750 §1; 1977 c.189 §5; 2009 c.595 §666]

Source: Section 433.360 — Report of rabies cases; quarantine , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.867 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.867
431A.867 Agreement for use of program information
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority may require a person requesting prescription monitoring program information under ORS 431A.865 (Disclosure of information) (3)(b) to enter into a data use agreement under which the person:

(a) Describes the proposed use for the information;

(b) Agrees to any terms and conditions imposed on transferring the information;

(c) Agrees to any limitations imposed on using the information;

(d) Agrees to any terms and conditions imposed on keeping the information; and

(e) Agrees to destroy the information after completing the proposed use for the information.

(2) In determining whether to enter into an agreement under this section, the authority shall:

(a) Ensure that the agreement will benefit the health and safety of Oregonians;

(b) Determine whether the person making the request has the technical competence needed to meet any terms, conditions or limitations imposed under subsection (1) of this section and the ability to complete the proposed use for the information;

(c) If the proposed use for the information involves research, ensure that the proposed use has been approved by any involved institutional review board; and

(d) Consider any other factor that the authority determines is relevant.

(3) Using the factors described in subsection (2) of this section, the authority shall evaluate any agreement entered into under this section at least once per year for the purpose of determining whether to renew the agreement. [2017 c.683 §18; 2019 c.470 §11; 2019 c.583 §19]

Source: Section 431A.867 — Agreement for use of program information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 440.390 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 440 / Section 440.390
440.390 Issuance of bonds
Status: in_force

All general obligation bonds issued under ORS 440.375 (Authority to issue bonds) shall be issued as prescribed in ORS chapter 287A. [Formerly 441.355; 2007 c.783 §185]

Source: Section 440.390 — Issuance of bonds , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors440.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.095 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.095
431A.095 Reporting of certain patients
Status: repealed

[Formerly 431.633]

Source: Section 431A.095 — Reporting of certain patients; reimbursement for certain services (repealed) , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.755 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.755
442.755 Rules
Status: in_force

(1) The Director of the Oregon Health Authority shall adopt rules as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of ORS 442.700 (Definitions for ORS 442.700 to 442.760) to 442.760 (Status to contest order) .

(2) The costs of program approval and supervision shall be paid by the parties to a cooperative program agreement and the director shall set fees for application, annual review and supervision as necessary to fund the director’s supervision of the program. [1993 c.769 §12; 2009 c.595 §765]

Source: Section 442.755 — Rules; costs; fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.815 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.815
441.815 Smoking of tobacco or use of inhalant delivery system in or near hospital prohibited
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Hospital” has the meaning given that term in ORS 442.015 (Definitions) .

(b) “Inhalant delivery system” has the meaning given that term in ORS 431A.175 (Definitions) .

(2) The administrator or person in charge of a hospital may not permit a person to smoke tobacco or use an inhalant delivery system in a manner that creates an aerosol or vapor:

(a) In the hospital; or

(b) Within 10 feet of a doorway, open window or ventilation intake of the hospital.

(3) The Director of the Oregon Health Authority may impose a civil penalty of not more than $500 per day on a person for violation of subsection (2) of this section. Civil penalties imposed against a person under this subsection may not exceed $2,000 in any 30-day period. Civil penalties imposed under this subsection shall be imposed in the manner provided by ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(4) The Oregon Health Authority may adopt rules necessary for the administration of this section. [Formerly 441.515; 1977 c.173 §1; 1983 c.740 §160; 2007 c.602 §8; 2009 c.595 §745; 2015 c.158 §23]

Source: Section 441.815 — Smoking of tobacco or use of inhalant delivery system in or near hospital prohibited; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.056 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.056
441.056 Credentialing telemedicine providers
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall prescribe by rule the information and documents that a governing body of an originating-site hospital may request for credentialing a telemedicine provider located at a distant-site hospital.

(2) The rules adopted by the authority under subsection (1) of this section must:

(a) Prescribe a standard list of information and documents that shall be provided by a distant-site hospital;

(b) Prescribe a list of information and documents that may be requested by an originating-site hospital in addition to the standard list of information and documents;

(c) Prescribe a list of information and documents that may not be requested by an originating-site hospital; and

(d) Be consistent with all applicable legal and accreditation requirements of an originating-site hospital and the health plans with which the originating-site hospital contracts.

(3) Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, an originating-site hospital in this state must comply with the rules adopted under this section if the telemedicine provider is located at a distant-site hospital that is located in this state. This section does not prevent hospitals located outside of this state from using or require such hospitals to use the prescribed list of information and documents in credentialing a telemedicine provider.

(4) An originating-site hospital is not limited to the information and documents prescribed by the authority if the originating-site hospital has a delegated credentialing agreement with the distant-site hospital where the telemedicine provider is located and the governing body of the originating-site hospital accepts the recommendation of the medical staff to credential the telemedicine provider.

(5) In the adoption of the rules described in subsections (1) and (2) of this section, the authority shall consult with representatives of distant-site hospitals and originating-site hospitals in this state. Once adopted, the authority may not amend the rules to alter the prescribed lists without first consulting representatives of distant-site hospitals and originating-site hospitals in this state.

(6) This section does not affect the responsibilities of a governing body under ORS 441.055 (Health care facility medical staff and bylaws) and does not require a governing body of a hospital to grant privileges to a telemedicine provider. [2013 c.414 §2]

Note: 441.056 (Credentialing telemedicine providers) was added to and made a part of ORS chapter 441 by legislative action but was not added to any smaller series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 441.056 — Credentialing telemedicine providers; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 454.235 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 454 / Section 454.235
454.235 Election
Status: in_force

(1) The governing body of the municipality, by proposed charter amendment or ordinance, may refer the question of acquiring and constructing a disposal or water system, as defined in ORS 448.115 (Definitions for ORS 448.115 to 448.285) , to a vote of its electors, and after approval thereof by a majority of such electors, may authorize the issuance of and cause to be issued bonds of the municipality for such purposes. The bonds may be general obligation, limited obligation or self-liquidating in character in a sum not more than the amount authorized at such election and shall be subject to ORS 454.205 (“Municipality” defined) to 454.255 (Plans and cost estimates) . The bonds may provide for payment of principal and interest thereon from service charges to be imposed by the governing body for services to be extended through employment and use of the disposal or water system. If service charges are imposed to be paid as provided in ORS 454.225 (Rates and charges) , such portion thereof as may be deemed sufficient shall be set aside as a sinking fund for payment of interest on the bond and the principal thereof at maturity.

(2) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) When the Environmental Quality Commission or the Oregon Health Authority enters an order pursuant to ORS chapter 183 that requires the acquisition or construction of a disposal system or a water system in a municipality, respectively, the governing body of the municipality shall refer to its electors the question of a bond issue in an amount sufficient to finance the necessary acquisition or construction of such disposal or water system. The election shall be held within one year of the date the order of the commission or authority is entered.

(b) If, within eight months after the order of the commission or authority, the governing body of the municipality has not called an election in compliance with paragraph (a) of this subsection, the commission or authority, whichever is appropriate, may apply to the circuit court of the county in which the municipality is located, or to the Circuit Court of Marion County for an order compelling the holding of an election.

(c) If the electors do not approve the disposal system bond issue, submitted pursuant to paragraph (a) or (b) of this subsection, the commission may apply to the circuit court of the county in which the municipality is located or to the Circuit Court of Marion County for an order directing that self-liquidating bonds of the municipality be issued and sold pursuant to ORS 454.205 (“Municipality” defined) to 454.255 (Plans and cost estimates) , and directing that the proceeds be applied to the acquisition or construction of a disposal system required to comply with the final order of the commission. If the court finds that the disposal system required by the final order of the commission is necessary under the rules or standards of the commission, it shall issue an order directing that such bonds be issued and sold without elector approval in such an amount as the court finds necessary to acquire or construct such disposal system, and that the proceeds be applied for such purposes.

(d) Any court proceeding authorized by paragraphs (b) and (c) of this subsection shall be advanced on the court docket for immediate hearing. [1973 c.213 §5; 1981 c.749 §22; 2009 c.595 §937]

Source: Section 454.235 — Election; bonds; when election required; compelling election; when bonds can be ordered sold , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors454.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.825 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.825
433.825 Availability of doses of epinephrine, glucagon and medication that treats adrenal insufficiency to trained persons
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A person who has successfully completed educational training described in ORS 433.815 (Educational training) or 433.817 (Educational training conducted by public health authority or organization or by other entity or individual approved by Oregon Health Authority) for severe allergic responses may receive from any health care professional who has appropriate prescriptive privileges and who is licensed under ORS chapter 677 or 678 a prescription for premeasured doses of epinephrine and the necessary paraphernalia for administration.

(b) An entity that employs a person described in paragraph (a) of this subsection may acquire, possess and make available premeasured doses of epinephrine and the necessary paraphernalia for administration as described in paragraph (c) of this subsection. A health care professional who has appropriate prescriptive privileges and is licensed under ORS chapter 677 or 678 may write a prescription for premeasured doses of epinephrine and the necessary paraphernalia in the name of an entity that employs a person described in paragraph (a) of this subsection.

(c) A person described in paragraph (a) of this subsection may, pursuant to a prescription issued under paragraph (a) or (b) of this subsection, acquire, possess and administer, in an emergency situation when a licensed health care professional is not immediately available, prescribed epinephrine to any person suffering a severe allergic response.

(2) A person who has successfully completed educational training in the administration of glucagon as described in ORS 433.815 (Educational training) for hypoglycemia may receive from the parent or guardian of a student glucagon prescribed by a health care professional who has appropriate prescriptive privileges and is licensed under ORS chapter 677 or 678, as well as the necessary paraphernalia for administration. The person may possess the glucagon and administer the glucagon to the student for whom the glucagon is prescribed if the student is suffering a severe hypoglycemic reaction in an emergency situation when a licensed health care professional is not immediately available and other treatment has failed or cannot be initiated.

(3) A person who has successfully completed educational training in the treatment of adrenal insufficiency as described in ORS 433.815 (Educational training) may receive from the parent or guardian of a student a medication that treats adrenal insufficiency and that is prescribed by a health care professional who has appropriate prescriptive privileges and is licensed under ORS chapter 677 or 678, as well as the necessary paraphernalia for administration. The person may possess the medication and administer the medication to the student for whom the medication is prescribed if the student is suffering an adrenal crisis in an emergency situation when a licensed health care professional is not immediately available. [1981 c.367 §5; 1989 c.299 §6; 1997 c.345 §6; 2013 c.486 §7; 2015 c.676 §6; 2017 c.101 §45]

Source: Section 433.825 — Availability of doses of epinephrine, glucagon and medication that treats adrenal insufficiency to trained persons , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.350 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.350
431A.350 Lead poisoning
Status: in_force

(1) Lead poisoning is a significant health concern because lead is a potent neurotoxin that affects every system of the human body. It is harmful to individuals of all ages and is especially harmful to children, fetuses and women of childbearing age. Lead poisoning is one of the most common and preventable pediatric health problems in Oregon.

(2) Common renovation activities such as sanding, cutting and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.

(3) The federal government assists states in preventing lead poisoning and reducing lead hazards through:

(a) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) The Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act;

(B) The Lead Contamination Control Act of 1988;

(C) The Safe Drinking Water Act; and

(D) The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976.

(b) Implementing regulations of:

(A) The Department of Housing and Urban Development;

(B) The Environmental Protection Agency;

(C) The Occupational Safety and Health Administration; and

(D) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

(c) The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, which:

(A) Requires that sellers and landlords of residential housing constructed before 1978 notify buyers and tenants of known lead-based paint hazards; and

(B) Allows states to receive authorization from the Environmental Protection Agency to provide for the accreditation of lead-based paint activities and renovation training programs, the certification of persons completing training programs and the certification of lead-based paint activities and renovation contractors pursuant to standards developed by the agency. [Formerly 431.917]

Source: Section 431A.350 — Lead poisoning , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.540 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.540
441.540 Board of directors
Status: in_force

(1) An authority shall be managed and controlled by a board of directors, who shall be appointed by the governing body. The directors may be removed for cause or at the will of the governing body. The directors shall serve without compensation. However, the authority may reimburse the directors for their expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

(2) The board of directors shall adopt and may amend rules for calling and conducting its meetings and carrying out its business and may adopt an official seal. All decisions of the board shall be by motion or resolution and shall be recorded in the board’s minute book which shall be a public record. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business and a majority thereof shall be sufficient for the passage of any such motion or resolution.

(3) The board may employ such employees and agents as it deems appropriate and provide for their compensation.

(4) Notwithstanding the exception for pecuniary benefit or detriment described in ORS 244.020 (Definitions) (13)(c), a director is a public official subject to the requirements of ORS chapter 244 based on an actual conflict of interest or a potential conflict of interest arising out of the director’s relationship with a nonprofit corporation that is tax-exempt under section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code, including employment with the nonprofit corporation or a relationship with a foundation that provides assistance to the nonprofit corporation. [1973 c.153 §4; 1977 c.201 §5; 2007 c.813 §1; 2009 c.68 §20; 2015 c.620 §9]

Source: Section 441.540 — Board of directors; rules; conflict of interest; quorum; personnel , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 452.110 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 452 / Section 452.110
452.110 Powers of board
Status: in_force

The board of trustees of a control district may:

(1) Take all necessary and proper steps and measures for the prevention, control or eradication of public health vectors and vector habitats within the district and for the control of predatory animals within the district, using integrated pest management methods. Prior to taking such measures the board shall consider technical information available to it for the purpose of determining the need for control measures and the need for specific actions.

(2) Enter upon any land, public or private, within the district at any reasonable time to inspect for or to prevent, control or eradicate public health vectors and vector habitats using integrated pest management methods.

(3) Purchase all needed equipment, supplies and materials.

(4) Employ such labor and service as may be proper or necessary in the furtherance of the objects of ORS 452.020 (Formation of district) to 452.170 (Deposit and disbursement of moneys collected) .

(5) Employ labor and services and fix the compensation and prescribe the duties of all employees, agents and servants.

(6) Acquire by gift or purchase, hold, manage and dispose of real and personal property in the name of the district in the furtherance of the purposes for which the district is established.

(7) Work cooperatively with irrigation and drainage districts, municipal corporations or other public agencies, and use the technical expertise of the district to assist those agencies in the construction, improvement, repair and maintenance of ditches when such work is necessary for, or incident to, the prevention, control and eradication of predatory animals or public health vectors.

(8) Enter into a contract with a city, county, district described in ORS 198.010 (“District” defined for chapter) or person to perform, or to act jointly or in cooperation with the city, county, district or person in performing, any abatement practice or other activity that the vector control district is authorized to perform for the eradication, control and prevention of public health vectors and vector habitats or predatory animals.

(9) Generally do all things necessary or incident to the powers granted and to carry out the objectives specified in this section. [Amended by 1959 c.600 §6; 1981 c.640 §1; 1983 c.207 §1; 1987 c.298 §2; 2007 c.258 §3]

Source: Section 452.110 — Powers of board; contracts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors452.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 448.265 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 448 / Section 448.265
448.265 Prohibited actions
Status: in_force

(1) It shall be unlawful for any person to do any of the following if the result would be to pollute a source of a water system or to destroy or endanger a water system:

(a) Establish or maintain any slaughter pen, stock-feeding yards or hogpens.

(b) Deposit or maintain any unclean or unwholesome substance.

(2) Violation of subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section is a public nuisance and may be abated as other nuisances under the laws of this state. [Formerly 449.320; 1975 c.254 §12; 1981 c.749 §18; 2003 c.14 §270]

Source: Section 448.265 — Prohibited actions; nuisance abatement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors448.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.681 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.681
446.681 Enjoining unlicensed dealers
Status: in_force

The Department of Consumer and Business Services may petition a circuit court for an injunction or other relief against a person dealing in manufactured structures in violation of ORS 446.671 (Acting as manufactured structure dealer without license) . If the court grants the petition, the court shall award reasonable costs and disbursements and attorney and enforcement fees. [2003 c.655 §42]

Note: See note under 446.661 (Definitions for ORS 446.661 to 446.756) .

Source: Section 446.681 — Enjoining unlicensed dealers , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.680 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.680
431A.680 Dissemination of informational materials
Status: in_force

(1) Physicians, nurse midwives, naturopathic physicians and other licensed health care professionals who provide prenatal and postnatal care to patients may provide to each patient, and family members of the patient, if appropriate, the informational materials published by the Oregon Health Authority under ORS 431A.675 (Maternal Mental Health Patient and Provider Education Program) or other maternal mental health education materials that are approved by the authority.

(2) Hospitals and other health care facilities that provide maternity care may give postnatal and post-pregnancy loss patients, and family members of the patients, if appropriate, prior to the discharge of the patient, the informational materials published by the authority under ORS 431A.675 (Maternal Mental Health Patient and Provider Education Program) or other maternal mental health education materials that are approved by the authority. [Formerly 431.864; 2017 c.356 §60]

Source: Section 431A.680 — Dissemination of informational materials , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.004 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.004
433.004 Reportable diseases
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall by rule:

(a) Specify reportable diseases and when the diseases must be reported under this section;

(b) Identify those categories of persons who must report reportable diseases and the circumstances under which the reports must be made;

(c) Prescribe the procedures and forms for making such reports and transmitting the reports to the authority; and

(d) Prescribe measures and methods for investigating the source and controlling reportable diseases.

(2) Persons required under the rules to report reportable diseases shall report to the authority or the local public health administrator as specified by the authority by rule. A local public health administrator that receives a report under this subsection shall transmit the report to the authority as specified by the authority by rule.

(3) The authority or local public health administrator may investigate a case of a reportable disease, disease outbreak or epidemic. The investigation may include, but is not limited to:

(a) Interviews of:

(A) The subject of a reportable disease report;

(B) Controls;

(C) Health care providers; or

(D) Employees of a health care facility.

(b) Requiring a health care provider, any public or private entity, or an individual who has information necessary for the investigation to:

(A) Permit inspection of the information by the authority or local public health administrator; and

(B) Release the information to the authority or local public health administrator.

(c) Inspection, sampling and testing of real or personal property with consent of the owner or custodian of the property or with an administrative warrant.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) The authority shall establish by rule the manner in which information may be requested and obtained under subsection (3) of this section.

(b) Information requested may include, but is not limited to, individually identifiable health information related to:

(A) The case;

(B) An individual who may be the potential source of exposure or infection;

(C) An individual who has been or may have been exposed to or affected by the disease;

(D) Policies, practices, systems or structures that may have affected the likelihood of disease transmission; and

(E) Factors that may influence an individual’s susceptibility to the disease or likelihood of being diagnosed with the disease.

(5) In addition to other grounds for which a state agency may exercise disciplinary action against its licensees or certificate holders, the substantial or repeated failure of a licensee or certificate holder to report when required to do so under subsection (2) or (3) of this section shall be cause for the exercise of any of the agency’s disciplinary powers.

(6) Any person making a report or providing information under this section is immune from any civil or criminal liability that might otherwise be incurred or imposed with respect to the making of a report or providing information under this section. [1987 c.600 §3; 2007 c.445 §6a; 2009 c.268 §2; 2009 c.828 §17; 2019 c.456 §31; 2019 c.592 §3]

Source: Section 433.004 — Reportable diseases; duty to report; investigation; effect of failure to report; rules , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.775 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.775
441.775 Hospital professional and technical staffing committee
Status: in_force

(1) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) For each hospital there shall be established a hospital professional and technical staffing committee. A hospital professional and technical staffing committee shall consist of an equal number of hospital professional and technical managers and professional and technical staff who work at the hospital.

(b) If the professional and technical staff who work at the hospital have an exclusive representative, the exclusive representative shall select the staff members of the hospital professional and technical staffing committee.

(c) If none of the professional and technical staff who work at the hospital have an exclusive representative, the professional and technical managers shall select the professional and technical staff members of the hospital professional and technical staffing committee.

(2) A hospital professional and technical staffing committee shall develop a written hospital-wide professional and technical staffing plan in accordance with subsection (5) of this section. In developing the staffing plan, the primary goal of the committee shall be to ensure that the hospital is staffed sufficiently to meet the health care needs of the patients in the hospital. The committee shall review and modify the staffing plan, as needed, in accordance with this section.

(3) A majority of the members of the hospital professional and technical staffing committee constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

(4) A hospital professional and technical staffing committee must have two cochairs. One cochair shall be a professional or technical manager elected by the members of the committee who are professional or technical managers. The other cochair shall be a professional or technical staff person elected by the members of the committee who are professional and technical staff.

(5) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A hospital professional and technical staffing committee shall develop a professional and technical staffing plan that is consistent with the approved nurse staffing plan for the hospital and that takes into account the hospital service staffing plan for the hospital developed under ORS 441.776 (Hospital service staffing committee) .

(b) The hospital professional and technical staffing committee shall consider the following criteria when developing the professional and technical staffing plan:

(A) The hospital’s census;

(B) Location of the patients;

(C) Patient types and patient acuity;

(D) National standards, if any;

(E) The size of the hospital and square footage of the hospital;

(F) Ensuring patient access to care; and

(G) Feedback received during committee meetings from staff.

(6) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) A hospital professional and technical staffing committee must adopt a professional and technical staffing plan by a majority vote of the members of the committee. If a quorum of members present at a meeting comprises an unequal number of professional and technical staff and professional and technical managers, only an equal number of staff and managers may vote. A staffing plan adopted by the committee must include a summary of the committee’s consideration of the criteria in subsection (5) of this section and how the plan:

(A) Is consistent with the approved nurse staffing plan for the hospital; and

(B) Takes into account the hospital service staffing plan for the hospital that was developed in accordance with ORS 441.776 (Hospital service staffing committee) .

(b) If the hospital professional and technical staffing committee does not adopt a professional and technical staffing plan or adopts only a part of the staffing plan, either cochair may invoke the commencement of a 60-day period during which the committee shall continue to develop the staffing plan. If, by the end of the 60-day period, the committee does not adopt a staffing plan or adopts only part of a staffing plan, the committee shall submit the disputed plan or parts of the plan, as applicable, including a summary of the committee’s consideration of the criteria in subsection (5) of this section, to the chief executive officer of the hospital. No later than 60 days after receiving the submission from the committee, the chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee shall decide the disputed plan or parts of the plan, as applicable, considering the summary of the committee’s consideration of the criteria in subsection (5) of this section, and adopt the staffing plan or parts of the staffing plan that were not adopted by the committee. The chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee shall provide to the committee:

(A) A written explanation of the staffing plan or the parts of the staffing plan that were in dispute;

(B) The final written proposals of the members of the committee and the members’ rationales for their proposals and the committee’s summary of the committee’s consideration of the criteria in subsection (5) of this section; and

(C) A summary of the consideration by the chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee of the criteria in subsection (5) of this section.

(c) If the hospital professional and technical staffing committee is unable to reach an agreement on the professional and technical staffing plan during the 60-day period invoked under paragraph (b) of this subsection, the members of the committee may extend deliberations for one additional 60-day period before the disputed plan or parts of the plan must be submitted to the chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee in accordance with paragraph (b) of this subsection. The deliberations may be extended under this paragraph only by a majority vote of the members of the committee. If a quorum of members present at a meeting comprises an unequal number of professional and technical staff and professional and technical managers, only an equal number of staff and managers may vote.

(d) A professional and technical staffing plan adopted by a hospital professional and technical staffing committee, a chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee must include any staffing-related terms and conditions that were previously adopted through any applicable collective bargaining agreement, including any meal break and rest break requirements, unless a term or condition is in direct conflict with an applicable statute or administrative rule.

(7) A hospital professional and technical staffing committee must meet three times each year and at the call of either cochair, at a time and place specified by the cochairs.

(8) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this subsection, a hospital professional and technical staffing committee meeting must be open to:

(A) The hospital’s professional and technical staff, who shall be offered the opportunity to provide feedback to the committee during the committee’s meetings; and

(B) Other observers or presenters invited by either cochair.

(b) While the committee is deliberating or voting during a meeting, either cochair may exclude individuals described in paragraph (a) of this subsection.

(9) Minutes must be taken at every hospital professional and technical staffing committee meeting and the minutes must:

(a) Include all motions made and the outcome of all votes taken;

(b) Include a summary of all discussions; and

(c) Be made available in a timely manner to any of the hospital staff upon request.

(10) A manager shall release from their duties staff and managers who serve on the hospital professional and technical staffing committee and compensate the staff and managers who serve on the committee for time spent attending committee meetings.

(11) The hospital shall submit the professional and technical staffing plan adopted under subsection (6) of this section to the Oregon Health Authority no later than 30 days after adoption of the staffing plan and shall submit any subsequent changes to the authority no later than 30 days after the changes are adopted.

(12) Each hospital unit, as defined by the chief executive officer or the chief executive officer’s designee, may deviate from the professional and technical staffing plan within a period of 12 consecutive hours, no more than six times during a rolling 30-day period, without being in violation of the staffing plan. The unit manager must notify the hospital professional and technical staffing committee cochairs no later than 10 days after each deviation. Each subsequent deviation during the 30-day period constitutes a separate violation under ORS 441.792 (Disposition of complaints) . [2023 c.507 §3]

Note: See note under 441.761 (Nurse Staffing Advisory Board) .

Source: Section 441.775 — Hospital professional and technical staffing committee , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 444.310 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 444 / Section 444.310
444.310 Annual survey of students
Status: in_force

The Oregon Health Authority shall conduct an annual survey, to be completed by June 15, of all public schools and public charter schools in Oregon to collect data about diabetes occurring in students. Each school surveyed shall report to the authority for each student enrolled at the school who has Type 1 or Type II diabetes:

(1) The name and address of the student;

(2) The gender of the student;

(3) The date of birth of the student;

(4) The type of diabetes diagnosed; and

(5) The date of diagnosis. [2001 c.719 §2; 2009 c.595 §798; 2011 c.301 §9]

Source: Section 444.310 — Annual survey of students , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors444.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 450.110 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 450 / Section 450.110
450.110 District bonds
Status: in_force

(1) General obligation or revenue bonds shall be of such denominations as the district board determines, except that no bonds shall be of a denomination greater than $5,000.

(2) All bonds shall be payable in lawful money of the United States at a place named by the district board, and shall bear interest at a rate determined by the district board, payable semiannually. [Amended by 1969 c.563 §14; 1981 c.94 §37; 2001 c.373 §3]

Source: Section 450.110 — District bonds; denomination; place of payment; interest , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors450.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.372 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.372
453.372 Short title
Status: in_force

ORS 453.307 (Definitions for ORS 453.307 to 453.414) to 453.414 (Exemption for local government) may be cited as the Community Right to Know and Protection Act. [1985 c.726 §2]

Source: Section 453.372 — Short title , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 444.170 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 444 / Section 444.170
444.170 Approval of statement
Status: in_force

The judge exercising jurisdiction under ORS 419B.100 (Jurisdiction) or 419C.005 (Jurisdiction) shall present the statement of the Oregon Health and Science University to the board of county commissioners. Upon being satisfied that the statement is correct and reasonable, the board of county commissioners shall approve it and direct that warrants be drawn by the county clerk upon the county treasurer for the amount of such bills allowed. The warrants as drawn by the county clerk shall be transmitted to the Oregon Health and Science University. The warrants shall be deposited to the credit of the university funds which are set aside for the support of the hospital under the direction of the Oregon Health and Science University. The county treasurer shall pay the warrants out of the funds collected for the relief of the poor of the county. [Amended by 1967 c.534 §27; 1975 c.693 §13; 1993 c.33 §354]

Source: Section 444.170 — Approval of statement; payment of account , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors444.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.507 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.507
442.507 Assistance to rural emergency medical service systems
Status: in_force

(1) With the moneys transferred to the Office of Rural Health by ORS 442.870 (Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account) , the office shall establish a dedicated grant program for the purpose of providing assistance to rural communities to enhance emergency medical service systems.

(2) Communities, as well as nonprofit or governmental agencies serving those communities, may apply to the office for grants on forms developed by the office.

(3) The office shall make the final decision concerning which entities receive grants, but the office may seek advice from the Rural Health Coordinating Council, the State Emergency Medical Service Committee and other appropriate individuals experienced with emergency medical services.

(4) The office may make grants to entities for the purchase of equipment, the establishment of new rural emergency medical service systems or the improvement of existing rural emergency medical service systems.

(5) With the exception of printing and mailing expenses associated with the grant program, the Office of Rural Health shall pay for administrative costs of the program with funds other than those transferred under ORS 442.870 (Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account) . [1999 c.1056 §5]

Source: Section 442.507 — Assistance to rural emergency medical service systems , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 454.305 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 454 / Section 454.305
454.305 Effect of findings
Status: in_force

(1) If the Environmental Quality Commission finds a threat to drinking water does exist but treatment works would not alleviate the conditions, the commission shall terminate the proceedings.

(2) If the commission finds a threat to drinking water exists within the territory and the conditions could be removed or alleviated by the construction of treatment works, the commission shall order the governing body to proceed with construction of the treatment works.

(3) If the commission finds that a threat to drinking water exists in only part of the affected area or that treatment works would remove or alleviate the conditions in only part of the affected area, the commission may reduce the affected area to the size in which the threat to drinking water could be removed or alleviated. The findings shall describe the boundaries of the affected area as reduced by the commission.

(4) In determining whether to exclude any area, the commission must consider whether or not exclusion would unduly interfere with the removal or alleviation of the threat to drinking water and whether the exclusion would result in an illogical boundary for the provision of services.

(5) If the commission determines that a threat to drinking water exists but that the proposed treatment works are not the most economical method of removing or alleviating the conditions, the commission may issue an order terminating the proceedings under ORS 454.275 (Definitions for ORS 454.275 to 454.380) to 454.380 (Limitation on spending for nonconstruction items) , or referring the resolution or ordinance to the municipality to prepare alternative plans, specifications and financing methods.

(6) At the request of the commission the municipality or a boundary commission shall aid in determining the findings made under subsections (3) and (4) of this section.

(7) The commission shall file its findings and order with the governing body of the municipality. [1981 c.358 §7]

Source: Section 454.305 — Effect of findings; exclusion of areas; filing of findings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors454.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.310 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.310
442.310 Findings and policy
Status: in_force

(1) The Legislative Assembly finds that the achievement of reasonable access to quality health care at a reasonable cost is a priority of the State of Oregon.

(2) Problems preventing the priority in subsection (1) of this section from being attained include:

(a) The inability of many citizens to pay for necessary health care, being covered neither by private insurance nor by publicly funded programs such as Medicare and Medicaid;

(b) Rising costs of medical care which exceed substantially the general rate of inflation;

(c) Insufficient price competition in the delivery of health care services that would provide a greater cost consciousness among providers, payers and consumers;

(d) Inadequate incentives for the use of less costly and more appropriate alternative levels of health care;

(e) Insufficient or inappropriate use of existing capacity, duplicated services and failure to use less costly alternatives in meeting significant health needs; and

(f) Insufficient primary and emergency medical care services in medically underserved areas of the state.

(3) As a result of rising health care costs and the concern expressed by health care providers, health care users, third-party payers and the general public, there is an urgent need to abate these rising costs so as to place the cost of health care within reach of all Oregonians without affecting the quality of care.

(4) To foster the cooperation of the separate industry forces, there is a need to compile and disseminate accurate and current data, including but not limited to price and utilization data, to meet the needs of the people of Oregon and improve the appropriate usage of health care services.

(5) It is the purpose of this chapter to establish area-wide and state planning for health services, staff and facilities in light of the findings of subsection (1) of this section and in furtherance of health planning policies of this state.

(6) It is further declared that hospital costs should be contained through improved competition between hospitals and improved competition between insurers and through financial incentives on behalf of providers, insurers and consumers to contain costs. As a safety net, it is the intent of the Legislative Assembly to monitor hospital performance. [Formerly 442.025]

Source: Section 442.310 — Findings and policy , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 446.641 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 446 / Section 446.641
446.641 Sale of manufactured structure having ownership document or that is exempt structure
Status: in_force

(1) If a person sells an ownership interest in a manufactured structure for which there is an ownership document issued under ORS 446.611 (Perfection of security interest in manufactured structure having ownership document) or a structure described in ORS 446.621 (Effect of certificate of title or other documentation of ownership) (1) to (6), the seller shall give notice of the sale to the county assessor for the county in which the structure is sited.

(2) The seller’s notice must be on a form approved by the Department of Consumer and Business Services. Information required by the form must include, but need not be limited to:

(a) The identities of the seller and the purchaser;

(b) Any change in the security interest in the structure resulting from the transaction; and

(c) For each holder of an unreleased security interest:

(A) A signed statement recorded on the ownership document for the manufactured structure acknowledging that the interest holder is aware of the sale; or

(B) Documentation satisfactory to the department showing that acknowledgment by the holder was requested but the holder has not responded.

(3) The seller shall submit the following with the notice:

(a) The ownership document or other document evidencing ownership of the manufactured structure.

(b) A copy of the bill of sale.

(c) Documentation satisfactory to the county assessor that all taxes, special assessments and other charges placed on the tax roll that have been certified for collection under ORS 311.105 (Certificate of taxes levied or imposed) and 311.110 (Warrant of clerk authorizing collection of taxes) , all taxes in homestead deferral as described under ORS 311.666 (Definitions for ORS 311.666 to 311.701) to 311.701 (Senior Property Tax Deferral Revolving Account) and all delinquent taxes and special assessments for past years are paid or have been canceled.

(4) The county assessor shall forward the information contained in the notice and the ownership document or other document evidencing ownership to the department. The department shall update the ownership document for the manufactured structure or, if no ownership document exists, enter the information in the department’s records and issue an ownership document for the structure.

(5) The department shall deliver an ownership document updated or issued under subsection (4) of this section to the holder of the earliest perfected unreleased security interest in the manufactured structure or, if none, to the owner of the structure. The department shall also send a copy of the ownership document to the county assessor.

(6) A transfer of ownership of a manufactured structure by operation of law is a sale of the manufactured structure for purposes of this section.

(7) Notice given to a county assessor under subsection (1) of this section is not an instrument of conveyance.

(8) If a seller does not give a notice of sale to the county assessor within 30 days after closing of the sale of a manufactured structure, a buyer may submit a notice of sale to the assessor if the notice is accompanied by proof of sale acceptable to the department as provided by rule. Upon receipt of a notice of sale and acceptable proof of sale, the assessor shall forward the information to the department as provided in subsection (4) of this section. Submission of a notice of sale by a buyer does not excuse a seller from civil penalty under ORS 455.895 (Civil penalties) for a violation of subsection (1) of this section. [2003 c.655 §23; 2007 c.502 §4]

Note: See note under 446.561 (Definitions for ORS 446.566 to 446.646) .

Source: Section 446.641 — Sale of manufactured structure having ownership document or that is exempt structure , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors446.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 433.835 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 433 / Section 433.835
433.835 Definitions for ORS 433.835 to 433.875
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 433.835 (Definitions for ORS 433.835 to 433.875) to 433.875 (Short title) :

(1) “Cigar bar” means a business that:

(a) Has on-site sales of cigars as defined in ORS 323.500 (Definitions for ORS 323.500 to 323.645) ;

(b) Has a humidor on the premises;

(c) Allows the smoking of cigars on the premises but prohibits the smoking, aerosolizing or vaporizing of other inhalants on the premises;

(d) Has been issued and operates under a full on-premises sales license issued under ORS 471.175 (Full on-premises sales license) ;

(e) Prohibits persons under 21 years of age from entering the premises and posts notice of the prohibition;

(f) Does not offer video lottery games as authorized under ORS 461.217 (Video lottery game regulation) ;

(g) Has a maximum seating capacity of 40 persons;

(h) Has a ventilation system that exhausts smoke from the business and is designed and terminated in accordance with the state building code standards for the occupancy classification in use; and

(i) Requires all employees to read and sign a document that explains the dangers of exposure to secondhand smoke.

(2) “Enclosed area” means the entirety of the space between a floor and a ceiling that is enclosed on three or more sides by permanent or temporary walls or windows, exclusive of doors or passageways, that extend from the floor to the ceiling.

(3) “Inhalant” means nicotine, a cannabinoid or any other substance that:

(a) Is in a form that allows the nicotine, cannabinoid or substance to be delivered into a person’s respiratory system;

(b) Is inhaled for the purpose of delivering the nicotine, cannabinoid or other substance into a person’s respiratory system; and

(c) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(A) Is not approved by, or emitted by a device approved by, the United States Food and Drug Administration for a therapeutic purpose; or

(B) If approved by, or emitted by a device approved by, the United States Food and Drug Administration for a therapeutic purpose, is not marketed and sold solely for that purpose.

(4) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) “Place of employment” means an enclosed area under the control of a public or private employer, including work areas, employee lounges, vehicles that are operated in the course of an employer’s business and that are not operated exclusively by one employee, rest rooms, conference rooms, classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, meeting rooms, elevators and stairways.

(b) “Place of employment” does not include a private residence unless it is used as a child care facility as defined in ORS 329A.250 (Definitions for ORS 329A.030, 329A.250 to 329A.450 and 329A.500) or a facility providing adult day care as defined in ORS 410.490 (Duties of department) .

(5) “Public place” means an enclosed area open to the public.

(6) “Smoke shop” means a business that is certified with the Oregon Health Authority as a smoke shop pursuant to the rules adopted under ORS 433.847 (Smoke shop certification) .

(7) “Smoking instrument” means any cigar, cigarette, pipe or other instrument used to smoke tobacco, cannabis or any other inhalant. [1981 c.384 §2; 2001 c.990 §1; 2007 c.602 §1; 2009 c.595 §684; 2011 c.601 §1; 2015 c.158 §14; 2017 c.21 §108; 2017 c.732 §1]

Source: Section 433.835 — Definitions for ORS 433.835 to 433.875 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors433.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 438.605 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 438 / Section 438.605
438.605 Definitions for ORS 438.605 to 438.620, 448.280 and 448.285
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 438.605 (Definitions for ORS 438.605 to 438.620, 448.280 and 448.285) to 438.620 (Accreditation fees) , 448.280 (Civil penalties) and 448.285 (Penalty schedule) :

(1) “Accrediting authority” means the official accrediting authority for the Oregon environmental laboratory accreditation program comprised of the Director of the Oregon Health Authority or designee, the Director of the Department of Environmental Quality or designee and the Director of Agriculture or designee.

(2) “Authority” means the Oregon Health Authority.

(3) “Environmental laboratory” means a fixed location or mobile facility that performs chemical, physical, radiological, microbiological or biological testing of environmental samples or the collection of environmental samples.

(4) “Environmental testing” means laboratory analysis of any matter, pollutant, contaminant or hazardous substance subject to regulation pursuant to:

(a) Rules adopted or enforced by the Oregon Health Authority, the Department of Environmental Quality or the State Department of Agriculture; or

(b) A federal environmental statute or regulation administered or enforced by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. [1999 c.1063 §1; 2009 c.595 §714]

Source: Section 438.605 — Definitions for ORS 438.605 to 438.620, 448.280 and 448.285 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors438.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.067 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.067
441.067 Inspection reports, complaint procedures and rules
Status: in_force

(1) The Department of Human Services shall provide to each licensed long term care facility in the state in writing in clear concise language readily comprehensible by the average person:

(a) The most recent inspection report conducted by the department of that facility;

(b) An outline of the procedures for filing complaints against long term care facilities; and

(c) A summary of rules of the department affecting patient care standards for long term care facilities.

(2) The owner or operator of a long term care facility shall post the information provided pursuant to subsection (1) of this section in a prominent place and shall, upon request, provide a copy of the information to each patient of, or person applying for admission to, the facility, or the guardian or conservator of the applicant or patient. [1975 c.360 §3; 1987 c.428 §13]

Source: Section 441.067 — Inspection reports, complaint procedures and rules; posting , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 450.610 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 450 / Section 450.610
450.610 Initiation of proceedings for consolidation
Status: in_force

(1) Consolidation into a joint water and sanitary authority may be initiated by resolution adopted or approved by two or more authorities or district or city governing bodies. However, of the entities initiating the proceedings for consolidation, at least one must be an authority formed under this chapter while the others may consist of any combination of districts or cities. A resolution adopted or approved under this subsection shall state the names of the affected entities and the name of the successor joint authority.

(2) When proceedings have been initiated as provided in subsection (1) of this section, and the consolidating entities are subject to the jurisdiction of a local government boundary commission, the initiating documents shall be filed with the boundary commission as provided by ORS 199.476 (When petition for major boundary change required) . [1993 c.577 §3; 1997 c.590 §7]

Source: Section 450.610 — Initiation of proceedings for consolidation; resolution by governing bodies , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors450.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 448.145 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 448 / Section 448.145
448.145 When permit may be issued
Status: in_force

(1) A permit shall be issued by the Oregon Health Authority when there are economic or other compelling factors such that the water supplier is unable to install the water treatment facilities or to meet the maximum contaminant levels.

(2) The authority shall prescribe a compliance schedule, including interim measures to eliminate the risk to health, which sets a specific time limit for the water supplier operating on a permit to install the water treatment facilities or to meet the maximum contaminant levels.

(3) For so long as the water supplier operates on a permit, the water supplier must notify its customers at least once every three months why the water system is, or remains, out of compliance.

(4) When the authority announces its intention to grant a permit, the authority shall:

(a) Hold a public hearing in the affected area prior to granting the permit; or

(b) Serve notice of intent to issue the permit either personally, or by registered or certified mail to all customers connected to the water system, or by publication in a newspaper in general circulation in the area. If no hearing is requested within 10 days of the date that notice is given, the authority may finalize the permit.

(5) The document evidencing the permit shall contain a statement of the conditions under which the water system may operate. [1981 c.749 §9; 1983 c.271 §6; 2009 c.595 §843]

Source: Section 448.145 — When permit may be issued; compliance schedule; hearing; notice , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors448.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 447.124 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 447 / Section 447.124
447.124 Inspection of compost toilets
Status: in_force

For the purpose of enforcing ORS 447.118 (Standards for compost toilets) and the rules adopted thereunder, the Department of Consumer and Business Services, with the assistance of the Oregon Health Authority:

(1) May conduct periodic inspections of any compost toilet;

(2) Upon making a finding that a compost toilet is in violation of the rules adopted pursuant to ORS 447.118 (Standards for compost toilets) (2), may issue an order requiring the owner of the dwelling served by the compost toilet to take action necessary to correct the violation; and

(3) Upon making a finding that a compost toilet presents or threatens to present a public health hazard creating an emergency requiring immediate action to protect the public health, safety or welfare, may issue an order requiring the owner of the dwelling served by the compost toilet to take any action necessary to remove such hazard or threat thereof. If such owner fails to take the actions required by such order, the department shall take such action, itself or by contract with outside parties, as necessary to remove the hazard or threat thereof. The department shall keep a record of all necessary expenses incurred by the department in carrying out such action, including a reasonable charge for costs incurred and equipment and materials utilized by the state. Any owner who fails to take action required by an order issued under this subsection shall be responsible for such necessary expenses incurred by the state. Based on the record compiled by the department, an owner responsible for expenses due to the failure of a manufacturer, distributor or person to comply with the rules adopted under ORS 447.118 (Standards for compost toilets) (2) shall have a setoff against the bond or other security forfeited under ORS 447.118 (Standards for compost toilets) (3) to the extent that such expenses are due to such failure of the manufacturer, distributor or person. The department shall make a finding and enter an order against the owner for the necessary expenses. Orders issued under this section may be appealed pursuant to ORS chapter 183 but not as a contested case. Any amount due the department under this subsection and not paid in full within 30 days after the order is entered, or, if the order is appealed, within 30 days after there is no further right to appeal, shall become a lien upon the dwelling of the owner. The department shall file a notice of the lien with the recording officer of the county in which the dwelling is located and the recording officer shall record the notice in a manner designed to appear in the mortgage records of the county.

(4) The department may contract with any state or local agency for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this section. [1977 c.523 §4; 1983 c.740 §167; 2009 c.595 §826]

Source: Section 447.124 — Inspection of compost toilets; orders to remedy violations; action against security bond; review of orders; costs as lien against dwelling , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors447.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 454.675 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 454 / Section 454.675
454.675 Exemptions
Status: in_force

Subsurface sewage disposal systems, alternative sewage disposal systems or nonwater-carried sewage disposal facilities or parts thereof which were constructed prior to January 1, 1974, but which are not creating a public health hazard or causing water pollution shall not be required to conform to the construction standards adopted subsequent to their initial construction. However, all alterations or repairs of such systems or facilities or parts thereof shall be made in accordance with the rules of the Environmental Quality Commission. [1973 c.835 §215; 1975 c.167 §7; 1999 c.551 §9]

Source: Section 454.675 — Exemptions; application to alterations or repairs , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors454.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 448.290 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 448 / Section 448.290
448.290 Process for imposing civil penalty
Status: in_force

(1) Civil penalties under ORS 448.285 (Penalty schedule) shall be imposed as provided in ORS 183.745 (Civil penalty procedures) .

(2) All amounts recovered under this section shall be paid into the State Treasury and credited to the General Fund. [1973 c.835 §176; 1989 c.706 §15; 1991 c.734 §28]

Source: Section 448.290 — Process for imposing civil penalty , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors448.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.370 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.370
453.370 Limitations on local community right to know regulatory programs
Status: in_force

(1) In order to maintain and ensure the effectiveness of state programs established under ORS 453.307 (Definitions for ORS 453.307 to 453.414) to 453.414 (Exemption for local government) , as well as to ensure the effectiveness of local efforts, a local government may establish, enforce or enact a local community right to know regulatory program provided that the local program complies with the requirements of this section.

(2) To the extent that a local program is supported in whole or in part by fees, those fees may be set, imposed or assessed only by the local government that is implementing the local program. Such fees are allowed only to the extent not otherwise prohibited or limited by law. Such fees:

(a) Shall be adopted by ordinance as a fee schedule, after notice and public hearing; and

(b) May not exceed $2,000 for any single facility in any calendar year.

(3) Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(a) All local community right to know regulatory program enforcement, including but not limited to penalties, may be imposed only by a local fire official or a board established by the local government to implement the local community right to know regulatory program.

(b) Penalties for violations of a community right to know regulatory program may not exceed $1,000 per day and shall be assessed according to a schedule adopted by the local government after notice and public hearing. Except when a local government has reasonable grounds to find that an employer willfully and knowingly avoided compliance with the local program, and as long as the employer submits the required information within 30 days following a written notification of noncompliance, penalties shall be suspended if the employer has no history of violating the local program.

(4) After notice and public hearing, the local government must determine that:

(a) Existing reporting to local, state or federal agencies is inadequate to meet the needs and concerns of the local government;

(b) The state or federal government does not collect data that will provide substantially the same information desired by the local government;

(c) The local government has asked the appropriate state agency to operate the program desired by the local government and the state agency has not committed to do so within 180 days;

(d) The Department of Environmental Quality, the State Fire Marshal and the Oregon Health Authority have had an opportunity to comment on the proposed program and the local government has responded to those comments; and

(e) The local government has provided an opportunity for written and oral public comment on the proposed program.

(5) Any local government that operates a local community right to know regulatory program shall:

(a) Provide for an opportunity to report data electronically;

(b) Place data reported under the program on the Internet with instructions for the general public that explain the organization of the data; and

(c) Keep records of data usage and otherwise document interest in the collected data.

(6) Data and other information presented under a local community right to know regulatory program:

(a) Shall clearly distinguish, where appropriate, public health interpretations from the raw data;

(b) May, where feasible, indicate specifically which hazardous substances and toxic substances are being released into the local air, water and land; and

(c) Shall include locations where a person may obtain epidemiological statistics related to health effects of the hazardous substances and toxic substances, if available.

(7) For any hazardous substance or toxic substance that a local government proposes to require an employer to report under a local community right to know regulatory program established pursuant to this section, the local government shall seek written and oral public comment and provide written notice to interested parties prior to adoption as a reporting requirement. The local government must provide the public with an opportunity to comment on the appropriateness of reporting on the proposed hazardous substance or toxic substance, including but not limited to commenting on health and environmental considerations, economic concerns and feasibility of compliance. The local government shall consider the comments before adopting a list or making additions to a list of hazardous substances and toxic substances to be reported.

(8) In administering a local community right to know regulatory program, a local government shall establish procedures to exempt, when reasonable, an entity from all or part of the local program for the purpose of protecting trade secrets or where the local government determines that the operations of the entity pose little or no risk to the public health or the environment.

(9) Except as prohibited by federal or state law, a local program may not differentiate between public and private employers.

(10) Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of a local government to:

(a) Distribute information collected under the state Community Right to Know and Protection Act; or

(b) Adopt or enforce a local ordinance, rule or regulation strictly necessary to comply with:

(A) The Uniform Building Code as adopted and amended by the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services;

(B) A uniform fire code; or

(C) Any requirement of a state or federal statute, rule or regulation, including but not limited to those controlling hazardous substances, toxic substances or other environmental contaminants. [1999 c.1089 §3; 2001 c.104 §191; 2005 c.22 §326; 2009 c.595 §898]

Source: Section 453.370 — Limitations on local community right to know regulatory programs; local fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.303 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.303
431A.303 Legislative findings
Status: in_force

The Legislative Assembly finds that:

(1) Most poisonings involve children under six years of age.

(2) The federal Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 requires child-resistant safety packaging for various toxic household products in order to inhibit a child’s ability to access poisonous substances. This effort, in conjunction with the formation of poison control centers, education efforts, availability of ipecac syrup for home treatment and labeling requirements, has significantly reduced the number of poisonings. However, most poisonings occur while the product is in use, rather than when stored, and many toxic household products are exempt from the child-resistant safety packaging laws.

(3) The National Safety Council, the American Medical Association and the American Association of Poison Control Centers have noted that the addition of nontoxic aversive agents to toxic household products may make these products so unpalatable that many children reject the products upon, or shortly after, tasting them. These organizations have urged manufacturers of toxic household products to add nontoxic aversive agents to their products in addition to child resistant closures in order that ingestion of these products may be reduced, thus providing another means to prevent or mitigate severe poisonings.

(4) Aversive agents are currently being used in various household products to mitigate child poisonings. [Formerly 431.875]

Source: Section 431A.303 — Legislative findings , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.307 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.307
453.307 Definitions for ORS 453.307 to 453.414
Status: in_force

As used in ORS 453.307 (Definitions for ORS 453.307 to 453.414) to 453.414 (Exemption for local government) :

(1) “Community right to know regulatory program” or “local program” means any law, rule, ordinance, regulation or charter amendment established, enforced or enacted by a local government that requires an employer to collect or report information relating to the use, storage, release, possession or composition of hazardous substances and toxic substances if a primary intent of the law, rule, ordinance, regulation or charter amendment is the public distribution of the information.

(2) “Emergency service personnel” includes those entities providing emergency services as defined in ORS 401.025 (Definitions for ORS chapter 401) .

(3) “Employer” means:

(a) Any person operating a facility that is included in one or more of the 21 standard industrial classification categories in Appendix B of the Natural Resources Defense Council v. Train Consent Decree of June 8, 1976 (8 E.R.C. 2120); or

(b) Any person operating a facility designated by the State Fire Marshal.

(4) “Fire district” means any agency having responsibility for providing fire protection services.

(5) “Hazardous substance” means:

(a) Any substance designated as hazardous by the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services or by the State Fire Marshal;

(b) Any substance for which a material safety data sheet is required by the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services under ORS 654.035 (Scope of rules and orders) and which appears on the list of Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents in the Work Environment by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; or

(c) Radioactive waste and material as defined in ORS 469.300 (Definitions) and radioactive substance as defined in ORS 453.005 (Definitions for ORS 453.005 to 453.135) .

(6) “Health professional” means a physician licensed under ORS chapter 677, naturopathic physician licensed under ORS chapter 685, physician assistant licensed under ORS 677.505 (Application of provisions governing physician assistants to other health professions) to 677.525 (Fees) , registered nurse, industrial hygienist, toxicologist, epidemiologist or emergency medical services provider.

(7) “Law enforcement agency” has the meaning given that term in ORS 181A.010 (Definitions for ORS 181A.010 to 181A.350) .

(8) “Local government” means a city, town, county, regional authority or other political subdivision of this state.

(9) “Person” includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, joint stock companies, public and municipal corporations, political subdivisions, the state and any agency thereof, and the federal government and any agency thereof.

(10) “Trade secret” has the meaning given that term in ORS 192.345 (Public records conditionally exempt from disclosure) (2). [1985 c.726 §1; 1987 c.259 §5; 1991 c.956 §14; 1993 c.187 §25; 1999 c.1089 §5; 2005 c.825 §17; 2011 c.703 §42; 2014 c.45 §64; 2017 c.356 §74]

Source: Section 453.307 — Definitions for ORS 453.307 to 453.414 , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 431a.700 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 431a / Section 431a.700
431A.700 Oregon Health Authority to disseminate information
Status: in_force

(1) The Oregon Health Authority shall compile information on the following:

(a) The dangers associated with adrenal insufficiency;

(b) How to identify a person suffering an adrenal crisis; and

(c) The types of medications that treat adrenal insufficiency.

(2) The authority shall disseminate the information described in subsection (1) of this section to health care professionals and the public for the purpose of educating health care professionals and the public about adrenal insufficiency. The authority may disseminate the information through print or electronic publications, through video productions or by any other method determined to be cost-effective by the authority.

(3) In disseminating the information described in subsection (1) of this section, the authority shall consider the most effective means of providing the information to emergency medical services providers licensed under ORS chapter 682 and health care professionals who work in a hospital emergency department. [2015 c.501 §1]

Source: Section 431A.700 — Oregon Health Authority to disseminate information , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors431A.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 441.063 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 441 / Section 441.063
441.063 Use of facilities by licensed podiatric physicians and surgeons
Status: in_force

The rules of the hospital shall include provisions for the use of the hospital facilities by podiatric physicians and surgeons licensed under ORS 677.805 (“Ankle” defined for ORS 677.805 to 677.840) to 677.840 (Fees) , subject to rules and regulations governing the use established by the medical staff and the podiatric staff of the hospital. The staff shall regulate the admission and the conduct of the podiatric physicians and surgeons while using the facilities of the hospital and shall prescribe procedures whereby a podiatric physician and surgeon’s use of the facilities may be suspended or terminated. [1973 c.279 §2; 2007 c.71 §126; 2013 c.129 §29]

Source: Section 441.063 — Use of facilities by licensed podiatric physicians and surgeons; regulation of admission and conduct , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors441.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 442.870 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 442 / Section 442.870
442.870 Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account
Status: in_force

(1) The Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account is established separate and distinct from the General Fund. Interest earned on moneys in the account shall accrue to the account. All moneys deposited in the account are continuously appropriated to the Department of Revenue for the purposes of this section.

(2) The Department of Revenue shall distribute moneys in the Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account in the following manner:

(a) 35 percent of the moneys in the account shall be transferred to the Office of Rural Health established under ORS 442.475 (Office of Rural Health) for the purpose of enhancing emergency medical services in rural areas as specified in ORS 442.507 (Assistance to rural emergency medical service systems) .

(b) 25 percent of the moneys in the account shall be transferred to the Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems Program established under ORS 431A.085 (Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems Program created in Oregon Health Authority) .

(c) 35 percent of the moneys in the account shall be transferred to the Area Health Education Center program established under ORS 353.450 (Area Health Education Center program) .

(d) 5 percent of the moneys in the account shall be transferred to the Oregon Poison Center referred to in ORS 431A.313 (Poison Prevention Task Force) . [Formerly 442.625]

Note: 442.870 (Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account) was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 442 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

Source: Section 442.870 — Emergency Medical Services Enhancement Account; distribution of moneys in account , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors442.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.435 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.435
432.435 Fees
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in ORS 432.445 (Issuance of additional record of live birth) and subsection (2) of this section, the Oregon Health Authority shall establish fees for the services provided under this chapter.

(2) The State Registrar of the Center for Health Statistics shall search the system of vital statistics and issue certified copies or other documents, as appropriate, without charge if the search or issuance is:

(a) Requested in connection with a pending application for benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, if proof of the application is first submitted; or

(b) In response to an administrative error as determined by the state registrar.

(3) Fees collected under this section must be deposited in the Oregon Health Authority Fund and are continuously appropriated to the Center for Health Statistics for the purpose of administering this chapter. [Formerly 432.146; 2017 c.540 §4]

Source: Section 432.435 — Fees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 443.392 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 443 / Section 443.392
443.392 Notice of complaint procedures
Status: in_force

(1) The Residential Facilities Ombudsman shall prepare and distribute to each residential facility in this state a written notice describing the procedures to follow in making a complaint, including the address and telephone number of the ombudsman and designee, if any, and a poster describing the Residential Facilities Ombudsman Program and providing contact information. The Department of Human Services shall facilitate the distribution of information regarding the Residential Facilities Ombudsman Program to residents, providers and the public.

(2) The administrator of each residential facility shall post the written notice and poster required by this section in conspicuous places in the facility in accordance with procedures provided by the ombudsman and shall give the written notice to each resident and legal representative, if any, at least annually during the care planning process. [2017 c.441 §7]

Note: See note under 443.380 (Definitions for ORS 443.380 to 443.394) .

Source: Section 443.392 — Notice of complaint procedures; posting requirement , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors443.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 451.555 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 451 / Section 451.555
451.555 Districts formed to provide comprehensive planning services
Status: in_force

(1) County service districts for the purpose of providing comprehensive planning for land use and public facilities for a district in the county may be formed in the manner provided by ORS 451.410 (Definitions for ORS 451.410 to 451.610) to 451.610 (Advisory committee for emergency communications system) for establishing county service districts for other purposes.

(2) A district formed to provide comprehensive planning may, in accordance with ORS chapter 215, adopt comprehensive plans for land use and public facilities within the district. The district shall be subject to ORS 451.120 (Master plans for development of service facilities) to 451.140 (Powers of county court under ORS 451.110 to 451.140) , 451.485 (Governing body of district) and 451.550 (Powers of district under ORS 451.410 to 451.610) to 451.560 (Agreements for cooperative financing of service facilities or for use, lease or joint operation of service facilities) . The activities of the district may be financed by any method authorized by ORS 451.490 (Methods of financing service facilities) and 451.520 (Assessments to be entered on lien docket) to 451.547 (Tax levies authorized) . Plans adopted by the district may be enforced as provided by ORS 451.130 (Conformity to master plan) .

(3) The district governing body shall appoint an advisory committee of not less than 11 members who are electors resident in the district or owners of land in the district. The committee shall advise the governing body in carrying out the provisions of this section. It shall meet with the governing body at the times and places determined by the committee and governing body jointly. [1971 c.674 §4; 1993 c.792 §26]

Source: Section 451.555 — Districts formed to provide comprehensive planning services; adoption of land use plans; advisory committees , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors451.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.185 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.185
453.185 False representation by purchaser prohibited
Status: in_force

It is unlawful for any person to give a fictitious name or make any false representations to the seller or dealer when buying any of the poisons or any caustic or corrosive substances specified in ORS 453.005 (Definitions for ORS 453.005 to 453.135) (14) or in the rules of the State Board of Pharmacy. [Formerly 453.070; 1977 c.582 §51]

Source: Section 453.185 — False representation by purchaser prohibited , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 440.310 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 440 / Section 440.310
440.310 New district succeeds to and replaces abolished district
Status: in_force

Each health district created by ORS 440.305 (District created coterminous with each district existing on July 2, 1957) (1) shall in all respects be the successor of and replace the territorially coterminous health district abolished by ORS 440.305 (District created coterminous with each district existing on July 2, 1957) (3). Without limiting the foregoing:

(1) A successor health district is:

(a) The owner of all assets of the succeeded health district, including real and personal property, money, water, water rights and riparian rights.

(b) Successor party to the contracts of the succeeded health district.

(c) Successor party to court proceedings in which the succeeded health district was a party.

(d) Successor obligor and subject to the indebtedness, bonded or otherwise, of the succeeded health district.

(2) A successor health district shall levy and collect any tax lawfully assessed or collect any tax lawfully assessed and levied, as the case may be, by the succeeded health district.

(3) The rules and regulations of the succeeded health district are the rules and regulations of the successor health district until changed under ORS 440.315 (Definitions for ORS 440.315 to 440.410) to 440.410 (Annual audit) .

(4) The directors and officers of the succeeded health district are the directors and officers of the successor health district. [Formerly 441.200; 1987 c.158 §84]

Source: Section 440.310 — New district succeeds to and replaces abolished district , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors440.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 453.675 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 453 / Section 453.675
453.675 State assumption of federal responsibility for radiation sources
Status: in_force

(1) When in the opinion of the Governor, such agreements will promote public health and safety and assist in the peaceful uses of radiation sources, the Governor on behalf of this state shall enter into agreements with the federal government providing for discontinuance of certain of the federal government’s responsibilities with respect to radiation sources and the assumption thereof by this state.

(2) When a person immediately before the effective date of an agreement under subsection (1) of this section has a license from the federal government to do anything which relates to by-product material, source material or special nuclear material and which on the effective date of the agreement is subject to the control of this state, the person shall be considered to have a like license under ORS 453.605 (Definitions for ORS 453.605 to 453.800) to 453.800 (X-ray Machine Inspection Account) until the expiration date specified in the license from the federal government or until the end of the 90th day after the person receives notice from the Oregon Health Authority that the license will be considered expired, whichever is earlier. [1961 c.664 §7; 2009 c.595 §903]

Source: Section 453.675 — State assumption of federal responsibility for radiation sources; effect of federal licenses , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors453.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 450.787 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 450 / Section 450.787
450.787 Formation of authorities by cities and sanitary or drainage districts
Status: in_force

(1) The governing bodies of two or more cities, two or more sanitary or drainage districts or one or more cities and one or more districts, when they consider it necessary for the public health, safety and welfare, may initiate the formation of a sanitary authority by resolution. The resolution shall set forth the name and boundaries of the proposed sanitary authority. The governing bodies shall file the resolution with the governing body of the principal county, as defined in ORS 198.705 (Definitions for ORS 198.705 to 198.955) . If any part of the proposed sanitary authority is within a city, the resolution shall be accompanied by a certified copy of a resolution of the governing body of the city approving the resolution that initiates formation of the sanitary authority.

(2) Upon receipt of the resolution, the county governing body or boundary commission shall determine that provision of sewage disposal or drainage services to the area within the proposed sanitary authority can best be achieved by creation of a sanitary authority rather than by sanitary or drainage districts or cities. In making this determination, the county governing body shall consider the following factors:

(a) The ability of the proposed authority to provide sewage disposal or drainage services to the area within the proposed authority;

(b) The effect on both long and short-term rates for patrons within the proposed authority;

(c) The impact, if any, of the proposed authority on adjacent special districts and cities; and

(d) Consistency of the proposed authority with the adopted comprehensive plan of the county within the boundaries of the proposed water authority.

(3) After the county governing body or boundary commission makes the determination under subsection (2) of this section, the county governing body shall by order provide for a public hearing on the proposal. The order shall set forth the date, time and place of the hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be given in the manner provided by ORS 198.800 (Formation petition) except that the notice shall state that the governing bodies of the cities or districts have filed a resolution with the county governing body declaring their intention to initiate formation. The hearing and election on the proposal, and election of board members, shall be conducted as provided by ORS 198.800 (Formation petition) to 198.825 (Election of first members of board when no formation election required) . [1989 c.809 §10]

Source: Section 450.787 — Formation of authorities by cities and sanitary or drainage districts , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors450.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 451.610 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 451 / Section 451.610
451.610 Advisory committee for emergency communications system
Status: in_force

(1) The governing body of a district established to provide services related to the emergency communications system under ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) to 403.250 (Primary public safety answering points) shall appoint an advisory committee to advise and assist the governing body in providing the services. An advisory committee shall consist of one representative from each public or private safety agency, as defined in ORS 403.105 (Definitions for ORS 305.823 and 403.105 to 403.250) , included within the district. A member of the advisory committee shall reside within the district.

(2) A member of the advisory committee shall serve for a term of two years. Of the members first appointed, however, one-half of the members shall serve for a term of one year. The respective terms of the members shall be determined by lot at the first meeting of the advisory committee.

(3) The advisory committee shall meet with the governing body of the district at the times and places determined by the committee and governing body jointly.

(4) The advisory committee may adopt rules for the conduct of its proceedings.

(5) The advisory committee may propose changes to any of the district’s rules, policies or practices as it considers necessary or desirable. In addition to its other functions and duties, the advisory committee shall review the annual budget of the district and any assessments levied under ORS 451.410 (Definitions for ORS 451.410 to 451.610) to 451.610 (Advisory committee for emergency communications system) . The advisory committee shall meet with the governing body of the district and may make such recommendations relating to the budget and assessments as it considers necessary or prudent. [1987 c.525 §4; 1989 c.793 §26; 2015 c.247 §36]

Source: Section 451.610 — Advisory committee for emergency communications system , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors451.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 432.455 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 432 / Section 432.455
432.455 Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund
Status: in_force

(1) There is established in the State Treasury, separate and distinct from the General Fund, the Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund. Interest earned by the Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund shall be credited to the fund. All moneys in the Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund are continuously appropriated to the Oregon Health Authority for purposes of ORS 432.450 (Grant program for issuance of certified copy of record of live birth to individual who is homeless) .

(2) The Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund shall consist of all moneys credited to the fund, including moneys appropriated or transferred to the fund by the Legislative Assembly. [2017 c.540 §3]

Source: Section 432.455 — Birth Certificates for Homeless Persons Fund , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors432.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).
ORS § 454.620 — OR Code / Title 36 / Chapter 454 / Section 454.620
454.620 Rules for connecting accessory dwelling unit to sewage disposal system
Status: in_force

The Environmental Quality Commission shall adopt rules setting forth the conditions for approving a proposal to permanently connect an accessory dwelling unit located on the same lot or parcel as a single-family dwelling to the same subsurface sewage disposal system or alternative sewage disposal system as the single-family dwelling. [2023 c.371 §3]

Source: Section 454.620 — Rules for connecting accessory dwelling unit to sewage disposal system , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors454.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).