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Committee sends bill to ensure out‑of‑state residential placements meet Oregon standards to the floor
Summary
Senate Bill 982 would require standards and contract review for school districts that place students in out‑of‑state residential agencies; the committee gave the bill a due‑pass recommendation to the Senate floor.
Senate Bill 982, considered in a work session on March 19, 2025, would establish standards for school districts to use public funds when placing students in out‑of‑state residential agencies. Standards include licensing criteria and contract provisions; the measure excludes other states' schools for the deaf and blind. The Department of Human Services may charge districts for licensing, investigation, and oversight costs. The measure declares an emergency and takes effect upon passage.
Committee members expressed initial concern about the complexity of imposing out‑of‑state standards and whether Oregon should compare rules across states. Sponsors clarified the bill is prospective and intended to ensure safety and give districts clearer standing when placing students out of state; it does not force districts to begin new out‑of‑state placements or alter existing placements retroactively.
Vice Chair Weber moved that SB 982 receive a due‑pass recommendation and be placed on the floor; after a roll call the motion passed and the committee sent the bill to the Senate floor with the committee's recommendation.
