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S 6457

Provides for coordination between the department of health and the state long-term care ombudsperson regarding residential health care facilities

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cordell Cleare

Summary of S 6457: Coordination Between Health Department and Long-Term Care Ombudsperson Bill OverviewThis bill, S 6457, aims to improve coordination and information-sharing betwe

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Bill Summary · S 6457

Summary of S 6457: Coordination Between Health Department and Long-Term Care Ombudsperson

Bill Overview

This bill, S 6457, aims to improve coordination and information-sharing between the state Department of Health and the State Long-Term Care Ombudsperson regarding residential health care facilities. The bill was introduced in the state legislature on March 14, 2025 and has been referred to the Health committee.

Key Provisions

The main provisions of S 6457 include:

  1. Mandatory Notification: The bill requires the Department of Health to notify the State Long-Term Care Ombudsperson within 24 hours of any:

    • Inspection, investigation, or survey conducted at a residential health care facility
    • Deficiencies or violations identified at a facility
    • Enforcement actions taken against a facility

  2. Information Sharing: The bill directs the Department of Health to share relevant information and records with the Ombudsperson upon request, to the extent permitted by law. This includes details on facility inspections, resident complaints, and enforcement proceedings.

  3. Collaboration on Investigations: The bill mandates that the Department of Health and Ombudsperson coordinate and collaborate on any investigations into residential health care facilities, in order to identify and address issues more effectively.

Affected Parties and Impact

The primary groups impacted by S 6457 would be:

  • Residents of Residential Health Care Facilities: Improved coordination and information-sharing between the Health Department and Ombudsperson is intended to enhance oversight and better protect the rights and wellbeing of facility residents.

  • Residential Health Care Facilities: Facilities would be subject to increased scrutiny and responsiveness from both regulatory bodies, which could lead to quicker identification and resolution of problems.

  • State Health Department and Ombudsperson's Office: The bill would create new requirements and procedures for coordinating investigations and sharing information between these two state agencies.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

S 6457 has been referred to the Health committee for consideration. If passed by the legislature, the bill would take effect 90 days after becoming law. The provisions requiring notification and information-sharing between the Health Department and Ombudsperson would apply to all residential health care facilities regulated by the state.

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

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