SB340 amends Delaware Code to require long-term care facilities to maintain specific insurance coverage and notify the Department of Insurance of any.

SB340 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to redefine "covered long-term care facility" to include nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and group homes for persons with mental illness. The bill mandates that these facilities maintain insurance coverage of at least $1 million per claim and $3 million in the aggregate for general and professional liability, including abuse and molestation coverage. Facilities must provide proof of this insurance when applying for or renewing their license.

SB340 amends Delaware Code to require long-term care facilities to maintain specific insurance coverage and notify the Department of Insurance of any.

SB340 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to redefine "covered long-term care facility" to include nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and group homes for persons with mental illness. The bill mandates that these facilities maintain insurance coverage of at least $1 million per claim and $3 million in the aggregate for general and professional liability, including abuse and molestation coverage. Facilities must provide proof of this insurance when applying for or renewing their license.