The bill amends the existing law regarding the Michigan veterans' facility ombudsman by updating the reporting requirements following investigations. Specifically, it mandates that the ombudsman must prepare and submit a report of findings and recommendations to the council within not more than 10 business days after completing an investigation if certain conditions are met, such as identifying significant health and safety issues or reports of abuse that have merit. The previous language that required the report to be submitted "within" a certain timeframe has been replaced with the new stipulation of "not more than" 10 business days.

Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement that if the report contains a finding of merit regarding abuse, it must also be forwarded to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. This change aims to enhance accountability and ensure that serious concerns regarding resident veterans are addressed promptly and appropriately. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of several other related bills in the 103rd Legislature.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 4.780