HB809

Regards electronic monitoring in long-term care facility

Introduced·4/7/26
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Ohio HB809 regulates electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, allowing residents to authorize devices.

Ohio HB809 amends the Revised Code to allow residents or their guardians to authorize electronic monitoring devices in long-term care facilities. Facilities can charge for installation but must provide internet access if requested. The bill prohibits facilities from denying admission or discriminating against residents for authorizing such devices. It also releases facilities from liability for privacy violations related to device use.

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History

May 13

House

Referred to committee: Health

Apr 7

House

Introduced