HI SB2316

Requires all children to receive at least one dose of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine before attending seventh grade, beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, with provisional attendance allowed if vaccination is in progress.

Authorizes pharmacists to administer HPV vaccines to persons aged 11-17 years (expanding existing authority to administer other vaccines to ages 14-17) upon completion of approved training programs.

Mandates all health insurers, including accident and health insurance policies, health maintenance organizations, health benefits plans under Chapter 87A, and Medicaid managed care programs, to cover HPV vaccination services without deductibles or copayments for individuals aged 11-17.

Specifies that HPV vaccination services include up to three visits with history, physical examination, and vaccine administration, following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics, and other federal health agencies.

Takes effect July 1, 2016, with Medicaid coverage provisions effective upon federal approval of the Hawaii Medicaid state plan.