Relating to assisted living facilities allowing residents to designate an advocate.

SB 1472 requires Texas assisted living facilities to allow residents to designate an advocate to represent their interests. The bill defines an "advocate" as a resident's spouse, family member, legal guardian, or court-appointed representative, including individuals chosen under a durable power of attorney for health care. Facilities must follow rules established by the Health and Safety Code to support this designation, ensuring residents have a designated person to address care concerns. This policy directly affects residents in assisted living facilities by providing a formal mechanism for advocacy in care decisions.