H.B. 225 Summary

• Amends Act 317 (Session Laws of Hawaii 2022) to rename the "modern case management software solution" to a "comprehensive child welfare information system"

• Provides Department of Human Services flexibility to contract with multiple qualified software providers or procure available software, rather than requiring a single provider contract

• Changes required system features from mandatory ("shall") to optional ("may"), including case worker tools, family portals for resource caregivers, online access for families, and support service resources for youth over age 12

• Appropriates $80,000 for fiscal year 2022-2023 for system development, with unencumbered funds lapising on June 30, 2024

• Requires legislative reports 20 days before regular sessions in 2023 and 2024 with status updates, findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation