Bill > SB450

This bill appropriates an unspecified sum of money from Hawaii's general revenues to increase funding for applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services through the Med-QUEST Division in fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. ABA is a therapy commonly used to help individuals with autism develop skills and reduce challenging behaviors. The funds will be administered by the Department of Human Services, with the goal of expanding reimbursement for ABA services, which can be expensive and critical for individuals with autism. While the specific amount of funding is not detailed in the bill, the legislation aims to improve access to these therapeutic services. The bill is set to take effect on December 31, 2050, which is an unusually distant future date for legislation, potentially indicating this is a placeholder or draft bill that may be modified before final passage.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=450&year=2026