On January 1, 20 15, AB 2171 takes effect. This law identifies RCFE residents' rights or, more accurately for some provisions, obligations RCFEs have toward residents. Most of these rights and obligations already exist under current statute or regula tion, so ensuring compliance could mainly involve updating forms and notices. But AB 2171 may have a broader reach that impacts how and when RCFEs enter into binding arbitration agreements with their residents.
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