FL S1658

Removes the definition of "administrative assessment" from ombudsman program statutes and eliminates requirements for local councils to conduct onsite administrative assessments of long-term care facilities.

Requires written consent from residents (or their legal representatives) before ombudsman can access medical and social records, with consent presented to the facility.

Repeals section 400.0074 (requirements for onsite assessments) and section 400.0089 (data reporting on complaints and facility conditions).

Adds duties to local ombudsman councils to ensure residents have regular access to ombudsman services and to provide technical support for developing resident and family councils.

Eliminates the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council's role in evaluating nursing facilities for the Gold Seal Program by removing complaint record review as a criterion.