Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZ_C6nA-YRM, 2026-07-02T01:22:40+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_LAT-FIN_04-05-22_.pdf, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdNn_xOKT40, 2026-07-02T01:22:38+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAL-JHA-FIN_03-02-22_.pdf, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCaH5ybL52Q, 2026-07-02T01:22:38+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAL-JHA-FIN_02-19-22_.pdf, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAzncL--i3k, 2026-07-02T01:22:36+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_GVR-LMG_02-04-22_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPQchRIrB-g, 2026-07-02T01:22:36+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_EDN-HET_02-03-22_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PZ-CJfI9Bc, 2026-07-02T01:22:35+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAM-FIN_01-04-22-1_INFO_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2YUuYw-1-4, 2026-07-02T01:22:51+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_JHA-AGR_03-13-24_.pdf, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ICx5-9e-WA, 2026-07-02T01:22:48+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/Session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_FIN_01-03-24_INFO_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8By7zlkBhA, 2026-07-02T01:22:45+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda for Decision Making: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_HET_03-20-23_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElTuQ20L8Ss, 2026-07-02T01:22:38+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Followed by 10:30AM agenda: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_CMV_03-16-22_2_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfNX7c2bxVA, 2026-07-02T01:22:35+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, INFORMATIONAL BRIEFING Senator Lorraine R. Inouye, Co-Chair Rep. David A. Tarnas, Co- Chair, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SvTuR4TevU, 2026-07-02T01:22:35+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, INFORMATIONAL BRIEFING Senator Lorraine R. Inouye, Co-Chair Rep. David A. Tarnas, Co- Chair, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4Q5yRrTyGU, 2026-07-02T01:22:30+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Hearing Agendas affiliated with this hearing: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/hearingnotices/HEARING_ECD_02-10-21_.HTM, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G_fGe9Gz4g, 2026-07-02T01:22:29+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Hearing Agendas affiliated with this hearing: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/hearingnotices/HEARING_HET_02-03-21_.HTM, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1XiA9l1VZ8, 2026-07-02T01:22:29+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/hearingnotices/HEARING_FIN_2021_SUMMARY_INFO_.HTM https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/hearingnotices/HEARING_FIN_01-15-21_INFO_.HTM, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Bills: SB2936, SB2850, SB2851, SB2521

Keywords: accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle

Summary: The joint hearing covered House Bill 251, which would require hospitals to report costs associated with Medicare and uninsured patients, and House Bill 1875, which would expand protections for gender-affirming health care services. On HB 251, the Department of Health said it supported the intent but described the bill as complicated and potentially impractical as drafted because the department lacks the expertise to produce the required analyses without outside help. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation echoed those concerns, while the Queen’s Health System said it was willing to work with the department to provide the information. In committee discussion, officials explained that hospital support in Hawaii includes public hospital appropriations and the provider tax program, which uses hospital and nursing home contributions to draw federal matching funds; a department witness estimated the net benefit at about $150 million for hospitals and $20 million for nursing facilities, though exact figures would be provided later. On HB 1875, the Insurance Division testified with concerns that the bill’s language on prohibited actions by malpractice insurers was broad and vague, and that a rate-increase prohibition could conflict with actuarially based insurance pricing. The division also noted it was not the primary enforcement agency for the statute. In contrast, many testifiers strongly supported the bill, including the Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women, the Hawaii State LGBTQ+ Commission, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, PFLAG Oahu, the ACLU of Hawaii, the Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii, the Hawaii County Democratic Party, and others. Supporters argued that gender-affirming care is medically necessary, evidence-based, and protected by privacy and bodily autonomy principles, and that the bill would protect patients and providers from outside political interference. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.

Bills: SB2936, SB2850, SB2851, SB2521

Keywords: accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 1871, establishing a maternal health monitoring pilot program, drew support from the Department of Health, the Hawaii State Commission on Status of Women, and the Hawaii affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives, with testimony urging provider-neutral language so midwives and other qualified providers would not be excluded. HB 1977, requiring a maternal and infant health information mobile app, received support from ACNM and Philips, which said similar apps in other states improved awareness of services and helped families navigate care; a member asked the Department of Health about implementation time. HB 1858, relating to certificates of fetal deaths, was supported by the Department of Health and clinicians, who said the current statute is outdated and inconsistent with CDC guidance; the department and a physician testified that the bill should shift documentation responsibilities to physicians and APRNs, and members discussed optional versus mandatory issuance language and whether the bill would improve data on home births and transfers. The committee also heard HB 1591, expanding definitions for preceptor and volunteer-based clinical training to improve income tax credits. The Department of Health supported the measure but preferred a similar, broader bill; Taxation suggested clarifying terms; the University of Hawaii and the State Center for Nursing supported it. ACNM asked that midwifery preceptors and Hawaii-based students enrolled in mainland programs be included, while the Hawaii Public Health Institute supported expansion of the program as a workforce solution. HB 1574, on the health care education loan repayment program, also drew broad support, including from the governor, SHPDA, OHA, and health organizations, but ACNM raised concerns that the bill’s 30% Medicaid-client threshold could exclude many providers and limit participation. For HB 1575, creating a feasibility committee on Parkinson’s patient air transport, the Department of Health supported the intent but said transportation is more likely an insurance or benefit issue and suggested redirecting funds to Parkinson’s research; the Michael J. Fox Foundation and the Hawaii Parkinson Association supported the bill, citing inter-island travel barriers and high costs for patients and caregivers. HB 1854, establishing certification of community behavioral health clinics, was supported by the Department of Health and DHS, which said certification would help clinics qualify for enhanced Medicaid reimbursement and expand access; the Attorney General’s office raised a legal concern about the special fund language and recommended a purpose section, and the committee discussed whether the fund would be self-sustaining and noted a possible amendment to change membership language and reduce the board size if the amendment moved forward.

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aYLP-crDAI, 2026-07-02T01:22:38+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Hearing Agenda: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_AEN-WTL-EEP-AGR-WAL_02-25-22_INFO_.PDF, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_Xm2LgZbVE, 2026-07-02T01:22:34+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, ACT 90 WORKING GROUP Senator Lorraine R. Inouye, Co-Chair Rep. David A. Tarnas, Co- Chair, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47

Keywords: HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlwvcHukiWs, 2026-07-02T01:22:34+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, ACT 90 WORKING GROUP Senator Lorraine R. Inouye, Co-Chair Rep. David A. Tarnas, Co- Chair, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47