HB 4226
Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to assisted living residences.
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- Passed House of Delegates
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- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Office of Inspector General to create a legislative rule governing assisted living residences. The rule includes specific definitions related to serious injuries and clarifies guidelines for the use of videoconferencing equipment by residents. It also updates language regarding uncompensated direct access personnel. The changes aim to standardize definitions and procedures within assisted living facilities.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘serious injury’ as requiring medical attention beyond routine first aid.
- Establishes guidelines for the use of videoconferencing equipment in resident rooms.
- Updates definitions related to ‘uncompensated direct access personnel’.
- Specifies requirements for resident notification regarding videoconferencing use.
- Requires facilities to post notices about the potential use of videoconferencing equipment.
- Limits the use of uninterrupted video feeds and hidden cameras.
- Modifies existing rule language regarding definitions and personnel.
Who is affected
- Assisted living residences
- Residents of assisted living residences
- Facility administrators and staff
- The Office of Inspector General
- West Virginia State Government
Notable changes
- Revised definition of ‘serious injury’ to include specific medical conditions.
- Established rules for resident use of videoconferencing technology.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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