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Requires the Department of Human Services' program requirements for chore services to include an assessment of whether the applicant has a family member who is available and capable of providing necessary chore services for the applicant. Requires income eligibility standards for chore services to include an assessment of whether the individual has the ability to pay a portion of the cost of the chore services they receive. Requires the Department of Human Services to improve access for disabled persons seeking chore services by taking certain actions and submitting a report to the Legislature.

HHS/CPN, WAM

SB 2682

Status & Testimony

RELATING TO LEAD POISONING.

Beginning 1/1/2025, requires physicians to perform or order test for lead poisoning in minor patients at certain intervals, and if the physician performs the test, the results to be included in the minor patient's record of immunization. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules. Provides certain exemptions for the mandatory lead poisoning testing of minors.

HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM

SB 2783

Status & Testimony

RELATING TO MEDICAID.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services for Medicaid coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program for income-qualified pregnant persons and children, regardless of immigration status. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded.

HHS/CPN, WAM

SB 3125

Status & Testimony

RELATING TO MEDICAL CARE FOR MINORS.

Authorizes minors who are 14 years or older to consent to medical care for sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and family planning services, including the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Requires confidentiality policies and practices for insurers and providers.

HHS/CPN, WAM

SB 3132

Status & Testimony

RELATING TO MEDICAL CANNABIS.

Repeals the sunset date of the authorization for primary caregivers to cultivate medical cannabis for qualifying patients and clarifites that primary caregivers may continue to cultivate medical cannabis for qualifying patients subject to certain restrictions.

HHS/CPN, JDC/WAM

Decision Making to follow, if time permits.

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Senator Joy A. San Buenaventura

Chair

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Senator Jarrett Keohokalole

Chair