Maryland Legislator Proposes Bill Requiring Video Surveillance In Assisted Living, Nursing Home Facilities

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland legislators have proposed a bill — HB576 — that would require video surveillance within assisted living and nursing home facilities in the state, with the aim of detecting abuse, neglect and exploitation of residents. This follows several incidences of mistreatment in Maryland. 

Under the legislation, operators would be required to install and maintain video surveillance equipment within facility common areas. Private spaces and areas where residents receive medical care or nursing services would be exempt from surveillance requirements. 

According to the Maryland General Assembly’s website, the bill is sponsored by Adrienne Jones (D-Baltimore County), speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates, and was brought forth by the request of the Office of the Attorney General. If passed by both chambers, the bill would travel to the governor.  

A hearing was held Thursday, Feb. 13, and next steps include further readings before the legislation is passed to the Senate. 

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