Government Relations
The ONA Government Relations volunteers and staff advocate for the best working conditions for our members and the very best health care for our patients. Here you will find what actions they are working on and the most up-to-date information about the issues.
Current News
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What do YOU think about Nurse Staffing?
The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) wants to know what you think about Oregon’s Nurse Staffing Law. ONA is hosting a series of forums for direct-care RNs across the state to discuss the value of Oregon’s Nurse Staffing Law.....Read more here
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Health Professionals' Services Program Begins July 1, 2010
In 2009 the Oregon Legislature passed legislation that directs the Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) to establish a new consolidated, statewide monitoring program for licensees who are unable to practice with professional skill and safety due to a substance use disorder, a mental health disorder, or both types of disorders.....Read more here
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Oregon Elections: The Road to November
Following the Primary Election, in which Oregon voters picked gubernatorial candidates John Kitzhaber (D) and Chris Dudley (R) to advance to the general election in November, the Oregon Nurses Political Action Committee (ON-PAC) will be conducting endorsement interviews for a variety of legislative races around the state... Read more here
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Health Care Reform Signed into Law
After more than a year of speculation and debate, a goal that has eluded Presidents and Congress alike for nearly 100 years is finally a reality! Meaningful health care reform has now passed into law! ... Read more here
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