HI SB900

Requires the Department of Human Services to collect and report data on severe maternal morbidity incidents annually, disaggregated by county and racial/ethnic identity, beginning June 30, 2022.

Mandates tracking of 13 specific severe maternal morbidity health conditions including obstetric hemorrhage, preeclampsia, sepsis, cardiac arrest, and blood transfusion.

Requires the Department of Human Services to develop and the Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women to administer an evidence-based implicit bias training program for all health care professionals in perinatal facilities engaged in direct patient care.

Mandates implicit bias training completion within 60 days of enactment or employment, with refresher courses required every two years or more frequently if deemed necessary.

Effective date of May 1, 2029.