Regards electronic monitoring in a long-term care facility

This bill allows residents of long-term care facilities, along with their guardians or legal representatives, to voluntarily install and use electronic monitoring devices like video cameras or audio recorders in their rooms. The legislation outlines specific rules for this process, including a requirement that the resident or their representative pays for the device and related costs, while facilities can charge a one-time installation fee of up to $50 and a monthly internet fee of up to $2. If a resident shares a room with someone else, the bill requires consent from the other resident before installation, and it mandates that facilities make reasonable efforts to move residents if they cannot agree on the device's use. Additionally, the bill prohibits facilities from discriminating against residents who choose to use these devices and restricts who can view or listen to the recordings, limiting access primarily to the resident, their authorized representatives, and law enforcement.