Legislation

New Law Regarding Bedridden Status

With the passage of CALA sponsored AB 762 (Chapter 471, Statutes of 2009), the law regarding bedridden clients in RCFEs (and other community care licensed facilities) has changed. Effective January 1, 2010:

RCFE residents who need assistance transferring to and from bed (but not assistance turning or repositioning), are considered nonambulatory for purposes of fire clearance. A nonambulatory fire clearance is required for these residents/clients. The STD 850 shall reflect these residents as nonambulatory.
RCFE residents who need assistance turning or repositioning in bed continue to be considered bedridden for purposes of fire clearance. The STD 850 will reflect these residents as bedridden.

CALA has been working closely with CCLD and the OSFM on implementation of this new law. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harrison.

CALA members can review the history of this issue, click here.

New Law Regarding Eviction Notices

As discussed in the November 2009 CALA Bulletin, SB 781 (Chapter 617, Statutes of 2009) changes the required information in an eviction notice. Most notably, it requires the notice to include specific language regarding the unlawful detainer process that will be pursued if a resident does not comply with the 3-day or 30-day notice. Be sure you make the necessary changes!

2009-2010 Bill Chart

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2007-2008 Legislation

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Implementation Plans

New laws go into effect on January 1st of each year. It can take years, however, for the new statutory requirements to be reflected in RCFE regulations. Some changes are “self-implementing” and never go into regulation. This member’s only section of the CALA website will keep you informed. CALA archives DSS Chaptered Legislation Implementation Plans accessible by year and topic for members’ convenience.