SB 778

  • Oregon Senate Bill
  • 2023 Regular Session
  • Introduced in Senate Jan 19, 2023
  • Senate
  • House
  • Governor

Relating to mental health care provider incentives; prescribing an effective date.

Abstract

Creates psychology provider incentive program within Oregon Health Authority to provide financial incentives to students enrolled in approved doctoral programs in psychology who complete courses that provide cultural competency training. Requires program to provide loan repayment subsidies to certain licensed psychologists. Establishes Psychology Provider Incentive Fund. Requires Department of Public Safety Standards and Training to guarantee full-time employment to certain licensed psychologists. Requires public employer to award hiring preference to certain licensed psychologists. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

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Jun 25, 2023

Senate

In committee upon adjournment.

Jan 23, 2023

Senate

Referred to Rules, then Ways and Means.

Jan 19, 2023

Senate

Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

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