The bill aims to enhance resident safety from criminal activity in senior retirement communities by establishing new regulations under Chapter 786 of the Health and Safety Code. It defines key terms such as "senior retirement community," "resident," and "common amenity," and outlines specific requirements for these communities. Notably, senior retirement communities are mandated to conduct criminal history checks for employees, disclose whether service-providing businesses are required to do the same, and maintain a safety and communications policy regarding criminal activity. This policy must include timely notifications to residents about known criminal incidents and trespassing.

Additionally, the bill provides exemptions for certain facilities, such as health care institutions and boarding homes, and protects senior retirement communities from civil or criminal liability for compliance with the new safety measures. It also prohibits these communities from penalizing residents for communicating with law enforcement or preventing law enforcement from conducting interviews on the premises. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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