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HI HB2373
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/26/2022
Primary Sponsor
Scott Saiki
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AI Summary
- Amends Chapter 127A, Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a new section regarding medical facilities during emergencies
- Authorizes the Governor to ensure continuity of service at public and private medical facilities when a state of emergency or health/pandemic emergency is declared
- Permits hospitals to suspend elective surgeries at their discretion to manage bed capacity constraints during declared emergencies
- Defines "hospital" for purposes of this section as a facility licensed under section 321-14.5
- Takes effect upon approval
Legislative Description
Relating To Emergency Powers.
Governor
Last Action
Referred to PDP, HHH, JHA, referral sheet 3
1/28/2022
Committee Referrals
Pandemic & Disaster Preparedness1/28/2022
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