§7–803.

    (a)    In this section, the term “facility” means an intermediate care facility–intellectual disability consistent with § 1905(d) of the Social Security Act.

    (b)    A resident of a facility may not be transferred or discharged from the facility involuntarily except for the following reasons:

        (1)    A medical reason;

        (2)    The welfare of the resident or other residents;

        (3)    Knowingly transferring personal assets in violation of a contract provision and only to become eligible for Medicaid benefits;

        (4)    A nonpayment for a stay; or

        (5)    The planned closing of the facility.