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HI HR212

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/10/2010

Primary Sponsor

John Mizuno

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Legislative Reference Bureau to study available literature on increased lifetime cancer risks from cumulative radioactive exposure resulting from medical imaging procedures.

  • Requires consultation with the Directors of Health and Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii Medical Board, Department of Health's Indoor and Radiological Health Branch, and various health professional associations.

  • Directs the Legislative Reference Bureau to report on efforts to disclose radiation exposure risks to patients verbally and in writing, and to record radiation exposure in patient medical records.

  • Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation no later than 20 days before the 2011 Regular Session convenes.

  • Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to relevant state agencies and health professional organizations for distribution to member organizations.

Legislative Description

Radiation Exposure; Potential Lifetime Cancer Risks; Report

Last Action

(H) Referred to HLT, LMG, referral sheet 49

3/12/2010

Committee Referrals

Health3/12/2010

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