The bill introduces significant modifications to existing laws concerning public policy, particularly in the areas of electronic monitoring in residential settings, nursing home resident rights, and assisted living facility management. It mandates that electronic monitoring can only occur with written consent, allowing resident representatives to consent on behalf of residents under specific conditions. Additionally, the bill establishes a cause of action for retaliation against nursing homes, enabling residents or their representatives to seek damages and attorney fees if they win such cases. It also requires annual antiretaliation training for nursing home employees and expands the membership of the licensed home care provider advisory council, while enhancing enforcement mechanisms for assisted living facility licensing.

Moreover, the bill amends several sections of Minnesota Statutes to bolster the rights of residents in assisted living facilities and those under guardianship or conservatorship. It requires that a registered nurse develop and maintain an individualized medication management plan for each resident, which must be regularly updated and documented. The bill also allows residents or their representatives to initiate civil actions against assisted living establishments for rights violations, with the possibility of recovering costs and attorney fees. It further safeguards the rights of individuals under guardianship or conservatorship, ensuring they retain all rights not limited by court order, and establishes a cause of action for retaliation against assisted living facilities. Other provisions include emergency guardianship appointments and the appointment of a trustee for legal actions related to damages, thereby enhancing protections for vulnerable individuals in these care settings.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144.6502, 144.6512, 144.652, 144A.13, 144A.4799, 144A.751, 144G.08, 144G.30, 144G.71, 144G.92, 145C.07, 524.5, 573.02