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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules mandating that each primary caregiver and substitute caregiver in a Community Care Foster Family Home be a licensed nurse or certified nurse aide. Makes the requirements for primary and substitute caregivers applicable to all Community Care Foster Family Homes, regardless of the number of clients in the home.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Health to establish rules mandating that both primary and substitute caregivers in Community Care Foster Family Homes, which provide a home-like setting for adults needing moderate nursing or personal care, must be either a licensed nurse or a certified nurse aide, a professional trained to monitor vital signs and administer medication. This new requirement will apply to all such homes, regardless of how many clients they serve, aiming to ensure consistent and appropriate care for all residents.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (8)
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Mike Gabbard (D)*,
Sharon Moriwaki (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D),
Lorraine Inouye (D),
Donna Kim (D),
Glenn Wakai (D),
Last Action
Referred to HHS, CPN. (on 01/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2365&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2365_.HTM |
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