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NC H486
Bill
Status
3/27/2023
Primary Sponsor
Cynthia Ball
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $950,000 in recurring funds for fiscal year 2023-2024 and $982,000 in recurring funds for fiscal year 2024-2025 to the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services
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Creates 10 full-time equivalent ombudsman positions within the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman to serve residents of nursing homes, adult care homes, and family care homes
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Aims to move North Carolina's long-term care ombudsman program toward national standards for protecting vulnerable residents and improving quality of care
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Ombudsmen will advocate for residents' rights, work to improve facility care quality, and assist residents and families in resolving disputes without formal complaints
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Effective July 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Advocacy for Long-Term Care Residents/Funds
Appropriations; Budgeting; Dhhs; Health Services; Inspections; Public; Continuing Care Facilities
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
3/28/2023