HB 4493

Abstract

Amends the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act. Provides that if an applicant for a license under the Act has not been previously licensed under the Act or if the assisted living or shared housing establishment is not in operation at the time the application is made, the Department of Public Health must (instead of may) issue a probationary license. Provides that failure to receive a license under the Act within 6 months after applying for one shall result in a denial of the application. In connection with hearings held under the Act, authorizes the Director of Public Health to compel the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of records and to administer oaths. Provides that an establishment that provides medication administration as an optional service shall annually administer a flu shot to each resident and shall administer or arrange for the administration of a pneumonia shot to each resident who is age 65 or older. Effective immediately.