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Oregon sheriffs back federal bill to restore inmate medical benefits while in jail

  • October 24, 2019February 6, 2020   
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Oregon sheriffs back federal bill to restore inmate medical benefits while in jail
The Stateman Journal
Numerous sheriffs have come out in support of the Restoring Health Benefits for Justice-Involved Individuals Act of 2019. A bill introduced by Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley that would preserve Medicaid benefits for an inmate who is in jail awaiting trial. Local law enforcement officials are welcoming the potential change.
  • 2019, Article, Statesman Journal
  • Inmate Exclusion, Jeff Merkley, Medicaid, National Sheriffs' Association (NSA), Sheriffs

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