SB 2472 Hawaii Senate · 2024 Regular Session

RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.

Summary

Increases the monthly needs allowance 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. Requires the department of human services to perform an annual review of the needs allowance. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Appropriates funds.

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Jan 2024

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Governor

Introduced Jan 19, 2024 Last action Jan 24, 2024

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Jan 24, 2024

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Referred to HHS, WAM.

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Jan 19, 2024

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Introduced.

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10 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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