House Bill 1688, also known as "The Frank J. Lake III Act," amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding assisted-care living facilities. The bill introduces new provisions that require the Health Facilities Commission to post specific notices on its website when an assisted-care living facility is under investigation or placed on probation. These notices will inform the public that possible disciplinary action is pending and clarify that this does not imply any admission of deficiency by the facility. Additionally, the bill mandates that if a long-term care ombudsman is contacted by an assisted-care living facility, they must notify each resident or their representative.

Furthermore, the bill requires assisted-care living facilities to provide written disclosure to residents or their representatives regarding the facility's current licensure status and any history of disciplinary actions before admission or contract execution. This aims to enhance transparency and ensure that potential residents are informed about the facility's standing. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-11-207(h), 68-11-207, 68-11-207(e)(4), 68-11-207(i)