This bill expands the authority of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman to include oversight of senior housing, specifically targeting age-restricted developments. It amends current law to require the Ombudsman to handle complaints related to the abuse or exploitation of elderly individuals residing in these communities. The bill defines "age-restricted development" as a community that meets the federal "housing for older persons" exception outlined in the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988.

The new responsibilities of the Ombudsman include eliciting, receiving, processing, responding to, and resolving complaints concerning elderly residents in these age-restricted developments. This legislative change aims to enhance protections for vulnerable seniors and ensure that their rights are upheld within these housing environments. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.