Oregon 2022 Regular Session

Oregon Senate Bill SB1549

Introduced
2/1/22  
Refer
2/1/22  
Refer
2/14/22  
Refer
2/14/22  
Report Pass
2/28/22  
Engrossed
3/2/22  
Refer
3/2/22  
Report Pass
3/3/22  
Enrolled
3/4/22  
Passed
3/24/22  
Chaptered
4/1/22  

Caption

Relating to health care temporary staffing agencies; and declaring an emergency.

Impact

The implementation of SB1549 is expected to significantly alter the landscape of healthcare staffing in the state. By enforcing stricter regulations on temporary staffing agencies, the bill is designed to enhance the consistency and adequacy of healthcare staffing. This means better-trained staff could be matched with healthcare facilities, ultimately improving patient outcomes. However, facilities may also experience increased operational costs as they adapt to the new regulatory environment, which could impact their budgeting and financial planning.

Summary

SB1549 aims to regulate the operations of health care temporary staffing agencies in response to growing concerns over staffing shortages in the healthcare sector. The bill sets forth requirements for these agencies, including licensing and operational standards, in an effort to ensure that they provide qualified personnel to healthcare facilities. By establishing these regulations, SB1549 seeks to improve the quality of care provided to patients and ensure that healthcare facilities can maintain adequate staffing levels, especially during emergencies or high-demand periods.

Contention

Notably, discussions around SB1549 have revealed a division among stakeholders within the healthcare industry. Supporters argue that regulation of temporary staffing agencies is necessary to protect patient safety and enhance working conditions for healthcare workers. Conversely, opponents express concern regarding the potential for overregulation, which they fear could result in staffing shortages as agencies navigate the compliance requirements. This contention highlights the balance that must be struck between ensuring quality care and maintaining flexibility in healthcare staffing solutions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OR HB2665

Relating to temporary staffing agencies; and prescribing an effective date.

OR SB210

License Supplemental Health-care Staffing Agencies

OR HB2697

Relating to staffing plans for health care provider entities; and declaring an emergency.

OR HB3558

Relating to child care; and declaring an emergency.

OR HB2717

Relating to outdoor preschool programs; and declaring an emergency.

OR SB0702

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 47; Title 50; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to temporary healthcare staffing.

OR HB1095

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 47; Title 50; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to temporary healthcare staffing.

OR HB4005

Relating to early childhood; and declaring an emergency.

OR HB204

An Act To Amend Titles 16 And 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Temporary Staffing Agencies Serving Long-term Care Facilities.

OR SB1547

Relating to children; and declaring an emergency.

Similar Bills

AZ HB2036

ASRS; temporary personnel service

OR HB2665

Relating to temporary staffing agencies; and prescribing an effective date.

CA AB2102

State of emergency: out-of-state aid: reciprocity.

CT SB00246

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study Temporary Nursing Services Provided To Nursing Home Facilities.

CA AB2107

Clinical laboratory technology: remote review.

CA AB226

Teacher credentialing: spouses of active duty members of the Armed Forces: expedited application process.

CT HB05313

An Act Concerning Temporary Nursing Services Agencies, Reporting Of Involuntary Transfers And Discharges From Nursing Homes And Residential Care Homes, Elder Abuse Training, Legal Rights Of Long-term Care Applicants And A Study Of Managed Residential Community Issues.

CA SB1070

Health care district: County of Imperial.