ORS 413.520: Gambling addiction programs in Oregon Health Authority; advisory committee.

(1) The Oregon Health Authority, in collaboration with county representatives, shall develop a plan for the administration of the statewide gambling addiction programs and delivery of program services. (2) The authority may appoint an advisory committee or designate an existing advisory committee to make recommendations to the authority concerning: (a) Performance standards and evaluation methodology; (b) Fiscal reporting and accountability; (c) Delivery of services; and (d) A distribution plan for use of available funds. (3) The distribution plan for the moneys available in the Problem Gambling Treatment Fund shall be based on performance standards. (4) The authority may enter into an intergovernmental agreement or other contract, subject to ORS chapters 279A, 279B and 279C, for the delivery of services related to programs for the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction and other emotional and behavioral problems related to gambling. (5) Before entering into an agreement or contract under subsection (4) of this section, the authority must consider the experience, performance and program capacity of those organizations currently providing services. [Formerly 409.430; 2013 c.1 §59; 2015 c.167 §3]