Proposition 6 - SJR 19

Summary

SJR 19 proposes a constitutional amendment establishing that residents of certain facilities have the right to designate an essential caregiver with whom the facility may not prohibit in-person visitation. The proposed amendment would apply to a nursing facility, assisted living facility, intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability, residence providing home and community-based services, or state supported living center. The proposed amendment also would authorize the legislature to provide guidelines for these facilities to follow in establishing essential caregiver visitation policies and procedures. The proposed amendment will appear on the ballot as follows: “The constitutional amendment establishing a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.”

A "Yes" vote on Proposition 6 is in favor for amending the state constitution which would establish a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.

A "NO" vote on Proposition 6 is against amending the state constitution that would establish a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.

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