HI HB1119

Prohibits home care agencies from providing services outside the scope of their license, specifically barring nursing services authorized under Chapter 457 unless performed by a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or advanced practice registered nurse

Adds enforcement provisions subjecting violations of home care agency licensing requirements to penalties and remedies under Department of Health rules

Clarifies that "home care services" may include personal care, homemaker assistance, and respite care, rather than stating these are non-exhaustive examples

Maintains existing licensing requirement for home care agencies established since July 1, 2010, overseen by the Department of Health

Preserves exemptions for service providers contracting with Honolulu's elderly affairs division or serving exclusively Medicaid home and community-based services waiver participants