Bill > S2701

This bill amends an existing law governing assisted living facilities to protect residents' families from financial burdens after a resident's death. Specifically, the legislation prohibits assisted living facilities (referred to in the bill as "sponsors") from enforcing standard notice periods for terminating a residency agreement when a resident dies. Furthermore, the bill requires sponsors to provide the resident's family or representatives at least 10 days to remove the deceased resident's personal belongings without charging any additional fees, expenses, or assessments that would have been due under the original residency agreement. This provision aims to reduce financial stress on families during the difficult period immediately following a loved one's death by ensuring they have time to collect personal items without incurring extra costs. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, meaning its protections will apply as soon as it becomes law.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2701