regulations; and penalties. (a) No group residential facility shall be established or operated unless a license is obtained from the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification. The Inspector General shall propose rules for legislative approval in accordance with the provisions of §29A-3-1 et seq., including the operation of the group residential facility; a statement of the reights of patients in group residential facilities to ensure the adequate care and supervision of patients; and shall have the authority to investigate and inspect a facility, and may imrpose a civil money penalty, suspend or revoke the license for good cause after notice, hearing, and other due process rights as provided by legislative rule. (b) A group residential home is not required to obtain a licentse from the Inspector General.
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