HI HB2260

Appropriates $3,100,000 from the general fund and $4,200,000 from federal funds for fiscal year 2010-2011 to restore basic dental benefits for qualified, indigent adults under QUEST health care.

Removes penalty provisions against the Department of Human Services for missing report submission deadlines regarding benefit delivery.

Sets effective date as January 1, 2050, to allow for further discussion on the measure.

Received support from Hawaii Primary Care Association, Hawaii Dental Hygienists Association, and Hawaii Disability Rights Center; opposed by Department of Human Services.