This bill aims to enhance the rights and protections of residents in assisted living facilities and nursing homes in Minnesota. It prohibits these facilities from requiring current or prospective residents to obtain a guardian or conservator as a condition for admission or continued residence. Additionally, the bill mandates that any proposed increases in charges for housing or assisted living services must be reviewed and approved by the commissioner, ensuring that facilities provide justification and documentation for such increases. The bill also modifies arbitration provisions, making arbitration optional rather than mandatory for residents, and prohibits termination or nonrenewal of contracts based on a resident's change from private to public funding.

Furthermore, the bill introduces specific requirements for facilities regarding nonrenewal of contracts, including providing notice and assistance with relocation planning. It establishes that facilities cannot decline to renew contracts solely based on a resident's funding source change. The legislation also includes provisions for the review of operational costs and compliance with regulatory requirements when proposing fee increases. Overall, the bill seeks to create a more equitable and transparent environment for residents in assisted living and nursing facilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144G.09, 144G.19, 144G.40, 144G.51, 144G.52, 144G.53, 245D.10