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Long-Term Care Transparency Act
3/12/2025, 6:40 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1256
Bill 119 hr 1256, also known as the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Reporting Act, aims to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965. The main purpose of this bill is to require reports to Congress on State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs.
The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a federally mandated program that advocates for residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities. These ombudsmen work to ensure that the rights and well-being of residents are protected and that any complaints or issues are addressed promptly.
Under this bill, each state would be required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the activities and outcomes of their State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. This report would include information on the number of complaints received, the types of issues raised, and any actions taken to resolve them. In addition to reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions for improving the effectiveness and accountability of State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs. This may include providing additional training and resources for ombudsmen, as well as establishing best practices for resolving complaints and advocating for residents. Overall, the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Reporting Act seeks to ensure that residents of long-term care facilities receive the support and advocacy they need to live with dignity and respect. By requiring states to report on the activities of their ombudsman programs, Congress can better understand the challenges facing residents and work towards improving the quality of care in these facilities.
The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a federally mandated program that advocates for residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities. These ombudsmen work to ensure that the rights and well-being of residents are protected and that any complaints or issues are addressed promptly.
Under this bill, each state would be required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the activities and outcomes of their State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. This report would include information on the number of complaints received, the types of issues raised, and any actions taken to resolve them. In addition to reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions for improving the effectiveness and accountability of State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs. This may include providing additional training and resources for ombudsmen, as well as establishing best practices for resolving complaints and advocating for residents. Overall, the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Reporting Act seeks to ensure that residents of long-term care facilities receive the support and advocacy they need to live with dignity and respect. By requiring states to report on the activities of their ombudsman programs, Congress can better understand the challenges facing residents and work towards improving the quality of care in these facilities.
Congressional Summary of HR 1256
Long-Term Care Transparency Act
This bill requires the Administration on Aging to submit to Congress an annual report that (1) aggregates reports submitted to the administration by state long-term care ombudsman offices for the year, and (2) summarizes the findings of such reports.
(State long-term care ombudsman programs investigate and respond to complaints by and on behalf of residents in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other adult care homes. Each state long-term care ombudsman office is required to submit an annual report to the administration including data related to complaints and conditions in long-term care facilities and an evaluation of the problems experienced by long-term care residents.)
Current Status of Bill HR 1256
Bill HR 1256 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1256 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1256's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1256
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1256
Primary Policy Focus
Social WelfareComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1256
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