Requires biennial inspection of nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

S 980 requires New Jersey nursing homes and assisted living facilities to undergo inspections every two years by the Department of Health. Within 180 days of the law taking effect, the Department must establish uniform care and safety standards for these facilities. The Department will conduct these biennial inspections to verify compliance with the standards, perform additional reviews as needed, and publish all inspection reports online. This bill directly affects licensed facilities providing long-term care services across New Jersey, focusing on transparency and ongoing safety oversight.