The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to assisted living facilities. It allows these facilities to retain their licenses until the time of renewal, even if they do not currently have residents using certain services, provided they notify the agency about their staffing status. Additionally, the time frame for filing a preliminary adverse incident report has been extended from one day to five business days. The bill also expands the types of assistance that can be provided for self-administration of medication, specifically including tasks related to insulin pens.
Furthermore, the bill revises the information that assisted living facilities must provide to the Agency for Health Care Administration, ensuring that consumers have access to comprehensive details about each facility. This includes information on the facility's ownership, licensing, occupancy levels, and available services. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Statutes affected: H 1057 Filed: 429.23, 429.55