- Stage
- Became law
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 24
- Latest action
- May 13, 2024
What it does
Increases the monthly needs allowance for individuals living in certain long-term care facilities from $50 to $75. Clarifies that the needs allowance is not intended to replace or affect funds received from the federal Supplemental Security Income Program. Requires certain long-term care facility operators to pay for generic toiletries, linens, and meals and snacks. Clarifies the individuals who are eligible to receive the needs allowance. Takes effect 10/1/2024. (SD1)
Where it stands
This bill passed and is now law.
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
- Amy Perruso
- Andrew Garrett
- Bert Kobayashi
- Cedric Gates
- Daniel Holt
- Darius Kila
- David Tarnas
- Dee Morikawa
- Della Belatti
- Elle Cochran
- Gregg Takayama
- Jeanné Kapela
- Jenna Takenouchi
- Linda Ichiyama
- Lisa Marten
- Mahina Poepoe
- Natalia Hussey-Burdick
- Rachele Lamosao
- Richard Onishi
- Scot Matayoshi
- Scott Nishimoto
- Terez Amato
- Trish La Chica
- Tyson Miyake
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Where it goes next
Once a bill is decided, the questions are about what is done with it in Hawaii.