The bill amends the "Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act" to enhance the rights and communication of residents and their families in assisted living facilities. It introduces new definitions for "family council" and "resident council," which are independent groups established to advocate for the needs and interests of residents and facilitate open communication with facility administration. The bill mandates that all assisted living facilities authorize and assist in the establishment of these councils by November 1, 2025, and prohibits facility administration from willfully interfering with their operations.

Additionally, the bill revises residency agreement requirements to ensure clarity and accessibility. It requires that residency agreements be set forth in plain language, include an itemization of services and costs, and disclose any fee increases after November 1, 2025, with a minimum advance notice of 120 days. The facility must also share a current copy of the residency agreement with the long-term care ombudsman program.

The bill emphasizes the importance of family involvement by requiring facilities to inform new residents and their representatives about the existence of family councils and their right to form one if none exists. It outlines the responsibilities of assisted living facilities regarding these councils, including providing adequate meeting space, allowing councils to meet at least once a month, and responding to written requests from councils within five business days. Violations of these provisions would constitute a violation of the rights of assisted living residents. The act is set to take effect upon passage.