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The Oregon Health Authority is now accepting applications for the new Health Plan Quality Metrics Committee. The purpose of this committee is to align health outcome and quality measures used in Oregon to ensure that the measures and requirements are coordinated, evidence-based, and focused on a long term statewide vision.

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OHPB is gathering input from key stakeholders, including consumers, advocates, and providers about coordinated care in Oregon. This input will be used to help shape recommendations for a report to the legislature and OHA about the future of Oregon's coordinated care organizations.is gathering input from key stakeholders, including consumers, advocates, and providers about coordinated care in Oregon. This input will be used to help shape recommendations for a report to the legislature and OHA about the future of Oregon's coordinated care organizations.

 

Oregon state education leaders have adopted new rules for lead test planning in schools. Watch the webinar to learn how these steps help Oregon students and families, and what state agencies are doing . The Oregon Health Authority co-hosted with the Oregon Department of Education.

Recently 15 emerging health system leaders from across Oregon completed a year-long Clinical Innovation Fellows program as the state continues to innovate to reach the ultimate vision of a healthy Oregon.

Senate Bill 460 directs the Oregon Health Authority to allow early retail sales of some recreational marijuana products through registered medical marijuana dispensaries. Only adults age 21 and older may purchase recreational marijuana. Public use and driving under the influence of marijuana remain illegal. Visit WhatsLegalOregon.com for more information about what's legal and what's not.