FACILITY-ELECTRONIC MONITORING

Creates the Electronic Monitoring Act. Requires all residential facilities that are licensed, certified, or regulated by the State to have a written policy regarding the use of electronic monitoring devices. Provides that electronic monitoring of a resident's room is permitted if certain conditions are met, including: the resident having reason to believe that his or health, safety, or personal property is at risk; the resident having notified the facility and obtained the consent of certain parties; the resident, the facility, and the roommate agreeing to the terms and conditions of the electronic monitoring; and completing a written evaluation of the use of the electronic monitoring device monthly. Prohibits electronic monitoring under certain circumstances. Requires the Department of Public Health to design a standard form for providing notice to the facility. Provides that certain costs related to the electronic monitoring shall be the responsibility of the resident or the resident's family and prohibits the use of certain types of income to pay for those costs. Contains provisions concerning: notice of the electronic monitoring to the facility, the employees, other residents, and the general public; consent to the electronic monitoring; and limitations on the use of video tapes in criminal, civil, or administrative actions. Effective immediately.