OregonRelating to persons with mental illness; declaring an emergency.
What it does
Defines "dangerous to self or others" for the purpose of taking a person with mental illness into custody. Describes evidence that the court must consider in civil commitment proceedings. Directs the Oregon State Hospital to ensure a minimum bed capacity for individuals who have been civilly committed.
More detail
Directs the Oregon Department of Administrative Services to contract with a qualified community mental health provider to provide certain services in eastern Oregon. Directs the Oregon Health Authority to collect certain data regarding admissions for mental health treatment and submit a report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly relating to health care no later than September 15 of each even-numbered year. Modifies a declaration for mental health treatment to allow the principal to authorize inpatient treatment for up to 180 days. Prohibits a criminal court from committing certain defendants who lack fitness to proceed. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Jun 28In committee upon adjournment.Latest
- Feb 27Referred to Judiciary.Minor
- Feb 25First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.Introduced