HI SB1306

Permits regional systems of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and their health facilities to transition to non-public status to improve quality, efficiency, and availability of health care services.

Requires approval from a concurrent resolution by both houses of the Legislature, the regional system board, and relevant regional boards for decisions regarding liability retention, employee benefits status, and collective bargaining changes.

Removes the provision allowing new entities to incur revenue bond debt to finance capital expenditures.

Addresses financial challenges faced by public hospitals by allowing conversion to non-public status, similar to trends occurring nationally.