The Department of Human Services may engage and make reasonable payment for services of persons to make available, maintain and operate a child-caring agency, as defined in ORS § 418.205, that is a qualified residential treatment program described in ORS § 418.323 that provides residential care and treatment to a child, as defined in ORS § 418.205, who, based on an independent assessment described in ORS § 418.324, requires specialized, evidence-based supports and services related to the effects of trauma or mental, emotional or behavioral health needs. [2020 s.s.1 c.19 § 19b]

418.318 was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS Chapter 418 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.