HI HB1063

Appropriates state general revenues to the Department of Health to assist the City and County of Honolulu Emergency Medical Services Division in expanding services in the Moanalua, Aliamanu, Red Hill, Salt Lake, and Foster Village communities on Oahu.

Authorizes funding for an additional emergency medical services unit in these high-density areas that experienced 4,418 emergency calls in 2014 and face increasing response times (8.46 minutes in 2011 to 9.4 minutes in 2014).

Provides equal appropriations for fiscal years 2015-2016 and 2016-2017, though the specific dollar amount is not filled in on the bill.

Addresses the gap between the two nearest hospitals (Kuakini Hospital in Liliha and Pali Momi Hospital in Aiea) serving these communities.

Takes effect on July 1, 2060.