Relating to hospice licensure; and declaring an emergency.

The Act makes changes to licensing laws for hospice programs. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.7). Adds new requirements for obtaining an initial license to operate and maintain a hospice program. [Requires a hospice program to apply for a new initial license after a change in ownership.] Prohibits individuals who have been excluded from participation in Medicare or Medicaid or have been found liable for fraud or abuse from holding an ownership interest in a hospice program. Requires the Oregon Hea…

Source: OpenStates · fetched April 14, 2026