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COVID-19 Isolation Guideline Reminder
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has continued to see a moderate level of COVID-19 cases appearing throughout communities and has issued a reminder of their guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These guidelines have been in place since May of 2023 and according to OHA, there are no plans to change them at this time....
Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers in Oregon Ends
Effective May 11, 2023 Oregon no longer requires healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) made this announcement on May 10th....
OSHA Rescinds Some COVID-19 Workplace Rules and Requirements
On April 3rd, Oregon OSHA implemented a temporary rule, which rescinds the COVID-19 Workplace Requirements for All Workplaces (OAR 437-001-0744) and Requirements for Employer-Provided Labor Housing (OAR 437-004-1115). This will remain in place until a permanent rule can be adopted....
EEOC Updates Guidance on COVID-19 Testing in the Workplace
On July 12, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance regarding COVID-19 testing in the workplace. Below is a summary of those changes ....
OR OSHA Updates COVID-19 Rules
On March 14, 2022, Oregon’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced changes to the COVID-19 Requirements for All Workplaces, in order to align with the updated guidance from the Oregon Health Authority ....
Bill Extends Pay Equity Amendments
On March 7, Governor Brown signed SB 1514 which allows employers to continue to exclude hiring and retention bonuses and vaccine incentives from the definition of compensation through 180 days past the end of Oregon’s COVID-19 state of emergency.
Oregon to Pause COVID-19 Quarantine Starting March 12th
Effective March 12, 2022, quarantine will no longer be recommended for individuals who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. This includes K-12 and childcare settings ....
Oregon Changes Mask Mandate Lift for Indoor Public Spaces and Schools to March 12th
Today, the Oregon Health Authority announced that Oregon will lift mask requirements for indoor public places and Oregon’s schools March 12th. This date aligns with Washington and California’s mask lifts. It is important to note ....