As used in ORS 676.560 to 676.625:

1. (1) “Active authorization” means an authorization that is current and not suspended.

2. (2) “Authorization” means a certificate, license, permit or registration issued by the Health Licensing Office that allows a person to practice:

   1. (a) One of the occupations or professions or maintain a facility subject to the authority of the boards, councils and programs listed in ORS 676.565; or
   2. (b) A profession or occupation subject to direct oversight by the office.
3. (3) “Expired authorization” means an authorization that has been not current for more than three years.
4. (4) “Inactive authorization” means an authorization that has been not current for three years or less. [Formerly 676.580]