House Bill No. 1832 amends existing laws regarding electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, specifically expanding the definition and regulations to include intermediate care facilities. The bill introduces the term "intermediate care facility" and defines it as an institution primarily for the diagnosis, treatment, or rehabilitation of individuals with intellectual disabilities or related conditions. It also modifies the definition of "authorized electronic monitoring" to specify that such monitoring can occur in both common areas and residents' rooms of nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and now intermediate care facilities. Additionally, the bill updates statutory references and ensures that electronic monitoring is conducted only with the written consent of the resident or their representative.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and intermediate care facilities regarding electronic monitoring. It mandates that these facilities provide written notice to residents about the voluntary nature of electronic monitoring and prohibits discrimination against residents who choose to utilize such monitoring. Furthermore, it establishes penalties for tampering with electronic monitoring devices and sets forth requirements for obtaining consent from all residents in shared rooms before monitoring can commence. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.