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SB 874

Relating to Oriental medicine.

2025 Regular Session

SB 874 establishes new licensure, scope of practice, and regulatory standards for Oregon Oriental medicine practitioners, effective January 1, 2026.

Effective date, January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary · SB 874

Legislative bill overview

SB 874 modifies Oregon's regulatory framework for Oriental medicine practitioners, establishing new licensure requirements, scope of practice standards, and oversight mechanisms. The bill became law on June 23, 2025, with an effective date of January 1, 2026, allowing time for regulatory agencies to implement new rules.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects how Oriental medicine practitioners can operate in Oregon and what services they can legally provide. It also impacts consumer access to these services and establishes baseline standards that practitioners must meet, potentially influencing healthcare choices and insurance coverage considerations for Oregon residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice boundaries: Defining exactly what Oriental medicine practitioners can and cannot do may conflict with other healthcare professions' territories or limit practitioners' traditional methods
  • Licensure standards and accessibility: New or modified licensure requirements could create barriers for qualified practitioners, particularly those trained outside Oregon or through non-traditional pathways
  • Consumer protection vs. practice restrictions: Balancing robust regulatory oversight to protect patients against overly restrictive rules that limit treatment options and practitioner viability

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

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