Oregon updates agreements with counties to oversee behavioral health funding
SALEM Ore. (KPTV) – Oregon is replacing a decades-old system for how the state gives behavioral health funding to counties, updating agreements that set expectations for how money is spent on mental health and addiction services. The new County Financial Assistance Agreements (CFFAs) update a framework that has been in place for about 30 years.
The agreements are intended to clarify how state funds are used, promote accountability, and better track if communities are getting the mental health and addiction care they need. The agreements were developed by the Governor’s Office, the Association of Oregon Counties, and the Oregon Health Authority.
State and county officials say the goal is a more consistent and coordinated system, while allowing counties flexibility to meet local needs. Under the updated agreements, counties will be required to spell out how they use state funds and identify gaps in services.
State officials say that information will help guide future investments or lead to funding shifts based on community needs. County commissioners must review and approve the final agreement for their county before receiving state funding.
The changes come as Oregon continues to invest in behavioral health services. Since 2021, the state has put more than $300 million toward expanding treatment for mental health and substance abuse disorders.
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