Bill > SB877

This bill appropriates funds from the state's general revenues to increase funding for Medicaid in-home services, which are crucial for allowing kupuna (elderly individuals) and people with disabilities to remain in their homes by assisting with daily living activities. The appropriation is contingent upon the Department of Human Services securing the maximum possible federal matching funds, which will amplify the impact of the state's investment on the reimbursement rates received by service providers. This measure aims to address the significant wage pressures faced by in-home care providers and the rising costs of care, as highlighted by a recent study that found current reimbursement rates are often insufficient to cover operational expenses, impacting the availability of these essential services for Medicaid clients. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2050.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=877&year=2026