Oregon · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4042: Relating to the welfare of young people.
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4042 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the welfare of young people. Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): At President's desk upon adjournment.
Generated automatically from the official title, sponsor list, and status record only. It does not characterize the bill’s purpose or effects. How summaries are written
Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Expands the types of adverse licensing actions the Department of Human Services may take against child-caring agencies following certain findings. Modifies certain provisions regarding the use of restraints on children in care. Creates exceptions to certain placement limitations.
Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No sponsor recorded in source data. | ||||
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- At President's desk upon adjournment.
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Human Services.
- First reading. Referred to President's desk.
- Third reading. Carried by Kropf. Passed.
- Second reading.
- Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be printed A-Engrossed.
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Behavioral Health.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.