EUGENE, Ore. — A bill in the Oregon Senate would require more teens to wear a helmet when riding a bike. Currently, Oregon law requires anyone younger than 16 to wear a helmet. Senate Bill 742, if passed, would up the age to 18. Cycling enthusiasts say with as many bikers sharing the road with … Continue reading »
Senate Approves Bill Affecting Nurses
SALEM, Ore. — The Oregon Senate approved a measure Thursday that would allow nurse practitioners statewide to dispense medicine. Senate President Peter Courtney, who sponsored Senate Bill 8, says there are not enough doctors to treat everyone. Legislators say nurse practitioners in rural counties already are allowed to dispense medicine. Senate Bill 8 would grant … Continue reading »
