MD HB1409

Residents of nursing homes, extended care facilities, and Alzheimer's special care units (or their legal representatives) may install video cameras or audio recording devices in their rooms to monitor care

Electronic monitoring requires written consent from any roommates, a notice posted on the room door, and the monitoring device must not be internet-connected or transmit data electronically

Medical care facilities must allow electronic monitoring, provide a secure mounting location and power source, and inform residents of their right to monitor

Facilities cannot refuse admission or remove a resident based on a request for electronic monitoring; costs are borne by the resident or their representative

Recordings made through compliant electronic monitoring are admissible as evidence in Maryland civil and criminal court proceedings; effective October 1, 2025