HB 3239
Appropriates moneys to and limits expenditures by the Department of Human Services, the Oregon Health Authority and the Department of State Police for implementation of programs related to criminal records checks, including the Rap Back program.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill provides funding to the Department of Human Services, the Oregon Health Authority, and the Department of State Police to support programs related to criminal records checks. Specifically, it allocates money for participation in the Rap Back program and subsidizing employee costs associated with these checks. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect immediately upon passage.
Key provisions
- Allocates funds to the Department of Human Services for Rap Back program participation.
- Allocates funds to the Department of Human Services to subsidize employee costs for criminal records checks.
- Allocates funds to the Department of State Police for implementing the Rap Back program.
- Declares an emergency, allowing the bill to take effect immediately.
Who is affected
- Department of Human Services
- Oregon Health Authority
- Department of State Police
- Individuals subject to criminal records checks
- Potential employers and organizations conducting background checks
Notable changes
- Provides dedicated funding for the Rap Back program.
- Addresses employee costs associated with criminal records checks.
Fiscal impact
The bill appropriates funds from the General Fund to support these programs.
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Arguments in favor
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the need to modernize Oregon's background check system due to long wait times, which can deter caregivers from working and delay access to healthcare services. They argue that outdated systems are causing inefficiencies, leading to delays in clearance processes, and ultimately affecting the state's ability to provide quality care to vulnerable populations. In support of this change, proponents propose HB 3239, which would allocate funding for the full implementation of Rap Back, a system designed to improve efficiency and safety in background checks. By streamlining the process, lawmakers hope to increase the number of qualified caregivers available to meet the state's healthcare needs.
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