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HB 2989

Relating to the Law Enforcement Medical Liability Account.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Willy Chotzen and 1 co-sponsor

Oregon bill establishes Law Enforcement Medical Liability Account to centralize financial responsibility for medical incidents involving police, affecting how liability costs are funded and distributed.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 2989

Legislative bill overview

HB 2989 establishes or modifies the Law Enforcement Medical Liability Account in Oregon, which appears designed to manage financial liability related to medical incidents involving law enforcement. The bill has been referred to both the Judiciary Committee and Ways and Means Committee, indicating it addresses both legal framework and fiscal implications. As of June 2025, the bill remains in committee.

Why is this important

Law enforcement agencies face significant liability exposure from medical emergencies, use-of-force incidents resulting in injuries, and custodial care situations. How Oregon structures financial accountability for these incidents affects both municipal budgets and the availability of compensation for injured parties. This account mechanism could influence how cities and counties fund liability claims and insurance costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Whether taxpayers, law enforcement agencies, or insurance mechanisms bear the cost of medical liability claims
  • Liability scope: What types of medical incidents are covered (use of force, medical neglect in custody, accidental injuries, etc.)
  • Accountability vs. protection: Whether the account shields individual officers from liability or creates direct financial consequences for departments
  • Municipal budget impact: How the account affects local government spending priorities and police department budgets across Oregon

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

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