Extends regulatory power of State Long-Term Care Ombudsman to senior housing.

S 4245 extends the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman's authority to address complaints about abuse or exploitation of elderly residents in senior housing communities. The bill specifically applies to housing that meets federal standards for senior living, defined as "age-restricted developments" under the Fair Housing Amendments Act. Under this bill, the Ombudsman must now receive, process, and resolve such complaints directly. This change ensures elderly residents in these housing settings have a clear, formal channel to report issues and seek assistance.