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HB 2056

Relating to behavioral health; declaring an emergency.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Andersen and 2 co-sponsors

Oregon HB 2056 addresses behavioral health through emergency legislation and advances through committee review toward fiscal evaluation in Ways and Means.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 2056

Legislative bill overview

HB 2056 is an Oregon bill addressing behavioral health issues and declaring an emergency, indicating urgent legislative action is needed. The bill has progressed through committee review with recommended amendments and is currently in the Ways and Means committee for fiscal evaluation. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history, though the emergency declaration suggests addressing critical gaps or crises in behavioral health services or access.

Why is this important

Behavioral health (mental health and substance use disorder treatment) is a critical public health infrastructure issue affecting workforce productivity, public safety, and healthcare costs. An emergency declaration prioritizes this legislation for expedited passage and signals Oregon lawmakers view the current situation as requiring immediate intervention rather than standard legislative timelines.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and funding sources: The bill's referral to Ways and Means indicates significant cost implications; contention likely exists over whether new taxes, budget reallocation, or federal funds will finance initiatives
  • Scope of behavioral health services: Disagreement may exist over which services are prioritized (crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, mental illness treatment) and who delivers them (state vs. private providers)
  • Emergency declaration justification: Legislators may dispute whether the situation truly warrants emergency status or whether standard procedures would suffice

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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