Homes for the Aged Administrative Rule Changes

The Homes for the Aged (HFA) ruleset continues to move through the rule promulgation process. On December 12, 2025, the new ruleset was sent to Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR). The timeline requires 15 legislative days to allow JCAR to review and approve the rule changes. The Legislature is currently on its holiday break. The final rules (link will download the rules) modify requirements for communicable disease screening to comport with today’s practice standards; allow HFAs to reduce how frequently primary care providers are contacted each time residents refuse medication; provide regulatory requirements: (a) for a corrective action plan for identified violations, (b) for criteria for dismissing complaint allegations and (c) to update physical plant requirements to nationally recognized models in congregate settings. Questions? Email HCAM’s Jenny Post.