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SSB 1081

A bill for an act relating to the review by the department of inspections, appeals, and licensing of certain deficient practices by nursing facilities.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Overview: SSB 1081 - A bill for an act relating to the review by the department of inspections, appeals, and licensing of certain deficient practices by nursing facilities.Purpose

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 385.
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Bill Summary · SSB 1081

Overview: SSB 1081 - A bill for an act relating to the review by the department of inspections, appeals, and licensing of certain deficient practices by nursing facilities.
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to strengthen the oversight and enforcement mechanisms for addressing deficient practices in nursing facilities. It grants the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing the authority to more effectively identify and address issues that jeopardize the health and safety of nursing home residents.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the department to review and investigate any deficient practices by nursing facilities that pose a risk of immediate jeopardy to resident health and safety
- Allows the department to impose civil penalties and other enforcement actions against facilities with repeated or serious deficiencies
- Mandates that the department provide public notice and an opportunity for a hearing when imposing enforcement actions

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Nursing facilities will be subject to increased oversight and potential penalties for deficient practices
- Nursing home residents and their families will benefit from improved quality of care and safety protections

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been approved by the committee and renumbered as SF 385. It will now move forward in the legislative process for further consideration and potential passage.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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