Drug addiction care and mental health will be improved and expanded throughout Oregon following Governor Tina Kotek’s signature on four new bills this week.
The Governor worked with lawmakers during the last legislative session to address the top priority of increasing access to mental health and addiction care.
$65 Million to Create a Robust Care System
House Bill 2059 was passed by both parties, allocating $65 million for the construction of new residential treatment facilities.
The investment will benefit communities throughout the state with the addition of 200 beds for adult mental health services, residential treatment of substance use disorder, and withdrawal management.
In a press statement earlier this year, the Governor said the bill also includes investments in supporting c