HB 4085

Abstract

Permits parent or guardian to admit child, with or without child's consent, to inpatient treatment facility or program licensed by Oregon Health Authority or Department of Human Services for certain mental, emotional, behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment. Requires initial assessment and periodic reviews supporting necessity of inpatient treatment. Prohibits facility or program from declining to admit child solely based on child's unwillingness to consent to admission. Provides process for child who is 14 years of age or older to request review of admission decision. Directs licensing agency to adopt rules for review of admission decision. Creates exceptions. Directs department, in consultation with authority, to make written materials available regarding resources for families seeking mental, emotional or behavioral health treatment, or substance use disorder treatment, for minor children. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.