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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Establishments Act. Requires each establishment to have a written plan for protection of all persons in the event of disasters, for keeping persons in place, for evacuating persons to areas of refuge, and for evacuating persons from the building when necessary. Provides that the plan shall address the physical and cognitive needs of residents and include special staff response. Provides that the plan shall be amended or revised whenever any resident with unusual needs is admitted. Establishes additional requirements for the plan. Requires each establishment to conduct at least 6 drills per year on a bimonthly basis, and at least 2 of the drills, involving staff only, shall be conducted during the night when residents are sleeping. Provides that all drills shall be held under varied conditions to ensure that all personnel on all shifts are trained to perform assigned tasks; ensure that all personnel on all shifts are familiar with the use of the firefighting equipment in the facility; and evaluate the effectiveness of disaster plans, procedures, and training. Establishes additional drill requirements.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act to require all assisted living establishments to develop comprehensive emergency preparedness plans that address multiple disaster scenarios and resident needs. The plan must include detailed protocols for protecting residents during various emergencies, such as evacuating the building, relocating residents to safe areas within the facility, and addressing specific environmental challenges like extreme temperatures, power outages, and severe weather events. Establishments must create plans that specifically account for residents' physical and cognitive needs, and must update these plans whenever a resident with unusual needs is admitted. The bill also mandates that each establishment conduct at least six emergency drills per year, with at least two night-time drills involving staff only, to ensure personnel are trained to perform emergency tasks, are familiar with firefighting equipment, and can effectively evaluate the disaster response plan. These requirements aim to enhance the safety and emergency preparedness of assisted living facilities, ensuring that staff can effectively protect vulnerable residents during potential crisis situations.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Human Services Committee (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3392&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3392.htm |
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