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SB 2364

RELATING TO HOME CARE AGENCIES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kurt Fevella and 8 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill SB 2364 establishes or modifies regulations governing home care agencies to improve service standards, worker protections, or consumer safeguards in the state's home health care sector.

Re-Referred to HHS.
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Bill Summary · SB 2364

Legislative bill overview

SB 2364 relates to home care agencies in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on the bill's introduction and referral to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and Judiciary (JDC) committees, it likely addresses regulatory, licensing, labor, or quality standards for home care service providers operating in the state.

Why is this important

Hawaii's aging population and increasing demand for in-home care services make home care agency regulation critical for consumer protection and worker standards. The bill's dual referral to HHS and JDC suggests it may address both healthcare quality issues and legal/employment matters, affecting thousands of residents receiving care and workers employed in the sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden vs. accessibility: Stricter regulations on home care agencies could improve quality but may increase costs or reduce service availability in rural areas
  • Labor standards and costs: Enhanced worker protections (wages, benefits, training requirements) would improve conditions but could raise service costs for patients and their families
  • Liability and oversight scope: Determining appropriate liability for agencies versus individual caregivers, and the extent of state oversight, often divides consumer advocates and industry stakeholders

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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