Hawaii HB1119 mandates licensing for home care agencies to protect clients' health, safety, and welfare.

Hawaii HB1119 amends the state statutes to require licensing for home care agencies, ensuring they meet health and safety standards. The Department of Health will oversee this licensing, adopting interim rules exempt from certain chapters until permanent rules are established. Home care agencies must provide services in accordance with their licenses and cannot offer certain services unless performed by qualified nursing professionals. Violations of these provisions are subject to penalties. The bill aims to protect clients' health, safety, and civil rights by regulating home care agencies.

Hawaii HB1119 mandates licensing for home care agencies to protect clients' health, safety, and welfare.

Hawaii HB1119 amends the state statutes to require licensing for home care agencies, ensuring they meet health and safety standards. The Department of Health will oversee this licensing, adopting interim rules exempt from certain chapters until permanent rules are established. Home care agencies must provide services in accordance with their licenses and cannot offer certain services unless performed by qualified nursing professionals. Violations of these provisions are subject to penalties. The bill aims to protect clients' health, safety, and civil rights by regulating home care agencies.