Oregon SB1575 amends hospice licensure rules, focusing on underserved areas and populations.

Oregon SB1575 modifies the rules for hospice licensure, emphasizing the need for services in underserved areas and populations. The Oregon Health Authority must complete necessary rulemaking within 24 months. The bill outlines criteria for license applications, including criminal records checks and performance history. It also sets fees for initial and renewal licenses and allows for license suspension or revocation if false information is knowingly provided. The bill declares an emergency due to inadequate access to hospice services in certain areas.

Oregon SB1575 amends hospice licensure rules, focusing on underserved areas and populations.

Oregon SB1575 modifies the rules for hospice licensure, emphasizing the need for services in underserved areas and populations. The Oregon Health Authority must complete necessary rulemaking within 24 months. The bill outlines criteria for license applications, including criminal records checks and performance history. It also sets fees for initial and renewal licenses and allows for license suspension or revocation if false information is knowingly provided. The bill declares an emergency due to inadequate access to hospice services in certain areas.