Bill > HB1392

This bill modifies regulations for clean and sober homes in Hawaii by requiring homes with five or more residents to obtain a conditional use permit from county agencies and establishing a mandatory registry for such homes through the Department of Health. The bill changes the existing law to mandate (rather than allow) the Department of Health to create a clean and sober homes registry with specific standards for organizational, fiscal, operational, recovery support, property, and community requirements. Under the new provisions, home operators must apply for a certificate of registration that specifies details like the maximum number of residents and registration validity period, and they cannot advertise as a "registered clean and sober home" without meeting these standards. The bill also introduces a new requirement for the Department of Health to conduct unannounced annual inspections of registered homes and establishes a toll-free complaint telephone number to address potential issues. Clean and sober homes are residential facilities that provide a supportive living environment for individuals recovering from substance abuse, and this legislation aims to enhance oversight and safety of such homes while maintaining resident privacy protections.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1392&year=2026