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Oregon health officials will appeal federal contempt-of-court finding

Critics say Oregon has had plenty of time to invest in fixes to ensure prompt care of mentally ill people housed in jail, but the state officials say a new ruling levying hefty fines was unfair and unfounded
June 19, 2025
 
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Oregon State Hospital in Salem. | OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY

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