Bill > HB2914

This bill establishes the right for residents of nursing care institutions and assisted living facilities in Arizona to use electronic monitoring devices in their rooms, with specific provisions for notice, consent, and roommate agreements. An "authorized representative" is defined as someone legally empowered to make decisions on behalf of a resident, and "electronic monitoring" refers to the use of devices to record or transmit sounds or activity. Residents or their authorized representatives must provide written notice and consent to the facility before installing any device, detailing its purpose, function, and any specific conditions for its use, such as when audio or video recording is active or inactive, especially during examinations, personal care, or visits. If a resident shares a room, the consent of the roommate or their authorized representative is also required, and facilities must attempt to accommodate residents who wish to use monitoring devices, potentially by offering a room change at the resident's expense or allowing them to pay for a private room if they choose. Facilities are required to post signage indicating the potential presence of monitoring devices, and residents are responsible for all costs associated with their devices, though facilities are not liable for privacy breaches or device malfunctions unless caused by staff. The bill also outlines who can access recordings, generally restricting access to the resident, their authorized representative, law enforcement, or specific state agencies, while prohibiting facilities from retaliating against residents for using or refusing to use electronic monitoring.