Bill > SB2291

This bill aims to improve support for families with disabled caregivers by extending child care subsidies to children of disabled parents or guardians, regardless of their employment status, and by requiring the Department of Human Services (DHS) to more thoroughly evaluate caregiver capacity and the needs of dependents when determining eligibility for Medicaid home and community-based services. Specifically, it mandates that DHS update its evaluation forms and assessment protocols to ensure that families with disabled caregivers receive appropriate and timely support, preventing situations where a caregiver's own health limitations are overlooked when assessing their ability to care for dependents or when determining the level of care needed for a waiver program individual. The bill also appropriates funds to implement these changes and clarifies that federal funds should be utilized to the maximum extent possible.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2291&year=2026