This bill modifies various provisions related to health care facilities, particularly focusing on assisted living facilities in Minnesota. It expands the definition of "party" in legal proceedings to include entities with annual revenues up to $13,500,000, an increase from the previous threshold of $7,000,000. Additionally, the bill introduces a new subdivision that exempts assisted living facilities from the provider tax, thereby alleviating some financial burdens on these facilities.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new requirements for assisted living facilities to ensure residents have access to assistance for health and safety needs. It mandates that facilities provide a means for residents to request assistance 24/7, although an exception is made for residents with moderate to severe cognitive impairments who cannot reliably use alerting devices. The bill also emphasizes the importance of person-centered strategies in delivering care and requires facilities to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet residents' needs effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144G.41, 295.50