SB265

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Long Term Care Facilities.

Introduced·3/24/26
Draft Text

Amends Delaware Code to require refunds for long-term care facilities under certain conditions.

Delaware SB265 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code concerning long-term care facilities. It mandates that facilities refund any charges paid if a potential resident dies before entering or does not enter due to health changes. It also requires refunds for residents who die within the first 60 days or are transferred or discharged within the first 60 days, excluding per-diem charges. These refunds must be made within specific timeframes to the resident, their estate, or designated beneficiary.

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Calendar

Apr 22

10:00 AM

Health & Social Services

History

May 6

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Social Services) in Senate with 1 Favorable, 4 On Its Merits

Mar 24

Senate

Introduced and Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate