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HI SCR94
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/18/2023
Primary Sponsor
Joy San Buenaventura
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AI Summary
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Urges retail stores and pharmacies operating in Hawaii to adopt policies guaranteeing unhindered access to all FDA-approved contraceptives at national and local levels.
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Cites data showing 47 percent of pregnancies in Hawaii between 2012-2016 were unintended, with disproportionate impact on Native Hawaiian, Filipino, Pacific Islander, and low-income women.
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Identifies pharmacist refusals to fill contraceptive prescriptions, pharmacy refusal to stock contraceptives, and placement of condoms behind locked glass as barriers to access.
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References a 2011 University of Iowa study showing increased condom sales when products were moved from locked glass display.
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Directs copies of the resolution to CEOs of Albertsons, Costco, CVS Health, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, and other retailers for distribution to store managers of locations within one mile of high schools.
Legislative Description
Urging Retail Stores And Pharmacies Doing Business In The State To Adopt A Policy On A National And Local Level Guaranteeing An Individual's Unhindered Access To All United States Food And Drug Administration-approved Contraceptives.
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Last Action
Certified copies of resolutions sent.
5/22/2023