The bill amends Section 23-17.4-16 of the General Laws under the "Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act" to enhance the rights of residents in assisted living facilities. Key insertions include provisions that affirm residents' rights to be free from discrimination, abuse, and neglect, as well as ensuring their privacy and autonomy. Residents will now have access to their medical records, the ability to manage their financial affairs without mandatory deposits, and receive clear information about services and fees upon admission. The bill also outlines a fair discharge process, requiring proper notice and the opportunity for residents to appeal decisions, while emphasizing their rights to personal privacy, choice of physician, and visitation.

Additionally, the bill addresses policies regarding vacancy after a resident's death, prohibiting facilities from enforcing a thirty-day notice of vacancy policy. Instead, they can only charge rent and fees for a maximum of seven days following a resident's death or until the deceased's personal property is removed. If the property is not removed within that timeframe, the facility may arrange for its storage. The bill establishes that violations will be deemed a deceptive trade practice and mandates the Department of Health to create necessary regulations for implementation. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.