Bill > HB1530

This bill requires any entity seeking to contract with the Department of Health to operate a youth mental health residential treatment program, which provides intensive mental health services in a group living setting for children or adolescents, to meet several new conditions. These conditions include obtaining and maintaining a general liability insurance policy with at least $2,000,000 in coverage per incident and $4,000,000 in total, or a higher amount set by the department. Additionally, applicants must submit a community safety action plan for departmental approval, detailing procedures for emergencies, providing a 24-hour contact number, and outlining staff response protocols. Before a contract is finalized, extended, or renewed, the program operator must also provide written notice of the program's establishment and location, along with the approved community safety action plan, to the relevant community association or neighborhood board. Failure to maintain the required insurance or adhere to the safety plan can lead to contract suspension or termination. The Department of Health is authorized to establish rules for these requirements.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1530&year=2026