Behavioral Health Justice Reinvestment in Oregon: First Presentation to Steering Committee
The first presentation to Oregon's Behavioral Health Justice Reinvestment Steering Committee provides an overview of public safety and health system challenges in the state, jail data analysis, housing challenges, and the role of the state hospital in continuum of care options.
October 2018 | The Council of State Governments Justice Center
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