Official Summary

Digest: The Act would make the OHA work to increase the engagement of people in some health services in Oregon. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.8). Requires the Oregon Health Authority to develop, implement and administer a program to support consumer engagement efforts aimed at increasing and optimizing consumer involvement in planning and decision-making surrounding the access to, and the delivery of, behavioral health services in this state. Directs the authority to enter into contracts with a consumer supporter technical assistance center to provide technical and financial assistance in carrying out activities that accomplish purpose of program. Requires the consumer supporter technical assistance center that contracts with the authority to submit an annual progress report to the authority. Modifies the definition of "consumer" for purposes of the Consumer Advisory Council. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.