An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for resident care monitoring; and imposing penalties.
HB 1350 amends Pennsylvania's Health Care Facilities Act to establish rules for resident-permitted electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities. It allows residents or their guardians to authorize cameras or audio devices in their rooms, requiring specific written consent forms that include privacy options (like camera obstruction) and explicit consent from all roommates. The bill mandates that residents cover installation, maintenance, and internet costs, and protects facilities from liability for privacy violations when following these procedures. This directly affects residents in nursing facilities and their guardians by creating a structured process for personal monitoring consent.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 30, 2025
Last action Apr 30, 2025
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1
Apr 30, 2025
Committee
Referred to Aging & Older Adult Services
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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