This bill amends various sections of the Oklahoma Statutes to include provisions for electronic monitoring in intermediate care facilities, alongside nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and continuum of care facilities. It introduces the definition of "intermediate care facility" and outlines the requirements for authorized electronic monitoring, including the necessity for written consent from residents or their representatives. The bill also mandates that facilities provide written notice to residents regarding the non-compulsory nature of electronic monitoring and prohibits discrimination against residents who choose to utilize such monitoring.
Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for tampering with electronic monitoring devices and outlines the procedures for residents wishing to conduct authorized monitoring in shared rooms. It emphasizes the importance of obtaining consent from all residents in a shared space and provides guidelines for the notification process to the facility. The effective date for these amendments is set for November 1, 2025.