HB1180

Nursing facility residents gain the right to designate two specific visitors who can stay up to 12 hours per day (or unlimited hours if receiving end-of-life care) to help with daily activities, emotional support, or companionship—and these visitors cannot be denied entry to the facility. Facilities can still restrict where designated visitors go within the building and can require them to follow the same health and safety precautions (like personal protective equipment) that staff members must follow, with the facility covering equipment costs.