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HI HB2373

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2022

Primary Sponsor

Scott Saiki

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

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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