SB3305Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Health Care.
Introduced by Jarrett Keohokalole, District 24
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Establishes a universal, single payer health care system to be known as "Hawaii Care", to provide comprehensive health care benefits to all state residents and eventually replace all existing health care plans in the State. Designates the Hawaii Health Authority as the responsible agency for the comprehensive planning, implementation, and administration of Hawaii Care. Requires the Hawaii Health Authority to develop and submit a comprehensive implementation and administration plan to the legislature by a certain date. Establishes the Hawaii Care special fund. Requires the Hawaii Health Authority to adopt rules and submit reports to the Legislature. Requires the Governor to appoint members to the Hawaii Health Authority by 12/31/2026. Requires the Department of Human Services to apply for necessary federal waivers. Takes effect 180 days after the approval of the Hawaii Medicaid State Plan and necessary federal waivers. Appropriates funds.
Where it stands
Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC.
February 2, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced.
Passed First Reading.
Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC.
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