SB 1532: Relating to services for vulnerable persons; and declaring an emergency.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Adds requirements for imposing a condition on the license of a residential care facility or long term care facility in response to a preliminary finding or substantiated finding of immediate jeopardy. Directs the Department of Human Services to adopt a model consent form for the use of a video camera or other electronic monitoring device in a resident's room at a residential care facility. Requires the department and the Oregon Health Authority to achieve full compliance with certain provisions of chapter 619, Oregon Laws 2025, no later than January 1, 2027. Requires the department<b>, in setting agency payment rates,</b> to adopt a differentiated rate model for [<i>providers of attendant care services</i>] <b>agencies that employ direct support professionals</b> who reside with their clients. Creates exceptions to certain child placement limitations. Modifies certain provisions regarding the use of restraints on children in care. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 17, 2026Effective date, March 10, 2026.
2. March 17, 2026Chapter 28, 2026 Laws.
3. March 10, 2026Governor signed.
4. March 5, 2026Speaker signed.
5. March 5, 2026President signed.
6. March 3, 2026Third reading. Carried by McIntire. Passed.
7. February 27, 2026Second reading.
8. February 26, 2026Recommendation: Do pass.
9. February 26, 2026Work Session held.
10. February 24, 2026Public Hearing held.
11. February 20, 2026Referred to Early Childhood and Human Services.
12. February 19, 2026First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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