January 23, 2026

Hawaii SB 2291 & Caregiver Mandate: 2026 Medicaid Updates

The Hawaii Caregiver Mandate: How SB 2291 is Changing Medicaid Authorizations in 2026

The landscape of home-based care in Hawaii is undergoing a structural transformation this year. As of January 2026, state lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 2291 (SB 2291), a pivotal piece of legislation designed to patch the holes in the state’s social safety net. For home care agencies operating across the islands, this mandate represents more […]

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Maine 2026 Direct Care Wage Mandate: Is Your Agency Ready?

Maine’s New Direct Care Wage Mandate: Is Your Agency Ready for the 125% Minimum Wage Shift?

As of January 1, 2026, the landscape for home care in the Pine Tree State has reached a critical juncture. Maine’s state minimum wage has officially increased to $15.10 per hour, triggered by the annual cost-of-living adjustment. For the broader business community, this is a standard update; however, for Home Healthcare Providers inMaine, it triggers

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