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Senate hears bill to create ombuds and registry for senior independent living
Summary
SB 6,153 would establish a senior independent living ombuds program and an annual registry for facilities marketed to people 55 and older; sponsors and residents urged protections and oversight, while providers raised concerns about costs and scope.
Senators heard SB 6,153 on Jan. 23, which would create a senior independent housing ombuds program administered by the Department of Commerce through a contracted nonprofit, require annual registration of senior independent housing, and establish a registration fee and dedicated account.
Chair Bateman, the bill's sponsor, described constituent cases where residents were prevented…
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