Bill > SB299

This bill revises the regulations for senior living community referral agencies in Nevada, shifting the oversight from the State Board of Health to the Division of Public and Behavioral Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. Instead of obtaining a license, these agencies will now be required to register with the Division by submitting an application that includes their physical address, contact information, proof of liability insurance, and paying a registration fee (not to exceed $2,708 for initial registration and $1,354 for renewal). The registration will be valid for two years, and the Division is mandated to adopt regulations to implement these changes. The bill maintains existing protections by allowing the Division to deny, suspend, or revoke registrations for reasons such as violation of laws, illegal activities, or conduct detrimental to public health and safety. Additionally, the bill provides a transition period, allowing senior living community referral agencies to continue operating without a license until 120 days after the required regulations are adopted, and prohibits the State Board of Health from increasing the registration fees. The goal is to streamline the regulatory process for these agencies while maintaining oversight to protect vulnerable populations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/12512/Overview