HI HR160

Urges retail stores and pharmacies operating in Hawaii to adopt policies guaranteeing unrestricted access to all FDA-approved contraceptives at both national and local levels.

Identifies barriers to contraceptive access including pharmacist refusals to fill prescriptions, pharmacies refusing to stock contraceptives, and condoms being placed behind locked glass.

Notes that 47 percent of pregnancies in Hawaii between 2012 and 2016 were unintended, with higher rates among Native Hawaiian, Filipino, Pacific Islander women, those under 20, unmarried individuals, and those living at or below federal poverty level.

Cites a 2011 University of Iowa study showing increased condom sales when moved from behind locked glass.

Requires certified copies be sent to CEOs of major retailers (Albertsons, Costco, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Target) and Times Supermarkets for distribution to store managers of locations within one mile of a high school.