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HI HCR129
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/11/2022
Primary Sponsor
Troy Hashimoto
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AI Summary
- Request Department of Health to develop protocols for Hawaii hospitals to improve treatment of patients contemplating or who have attempted suicide
- Required protocol features include one-on-one suicide counseling, 24/7 trained suicide counselors, emergency room counseling for admitted patients, and respectful treatment standards
- Prohibit discharge of suicidal patients who are homeless or to correctional facilities unless the patient poses a threat to others
- Department of Health must submit written report with recommended protocols and any proposed legislation to Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2023 Regular Session convenes
- Addresses rising national suicide rates (27% increase over 15 years) and the opportunity for healthcare systems to prevent suicide through early intervention
Legislative Description
Requesting The Department Of Health To Develop Protocols For Hospitals In The State To Improve The Treatment Of Patients Contemplating Suicide.
Department of Health
Last Action
Referred to HHH, referral sheet 27
3/14/2022
Committee Referrals
Health, Human Services, & Homelessness3/14/2022
Full Bill Text
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