referral agencies; fees

HB 4085 requires referral agencies connecting people to assisted living facilities to clearly tell prospective residents (or their representatives) about any financial ties to the facility, the fee amount (capped at 50% of first month's rent), and how to stop the referral service. It mandates a specific written or electronic disclosure form in 14-point font, including details about business relationships and the right to terminate services at any time. Facilities cannot pay referral fees until they receive the signed disclosure and resident acknowledgment. The bill also imposes up to $1,000 fines for agencies that fail to comply with these disclosure rules.