HI HB1772

Appropriates general fund revenues to the Department of Health for its senior fall prevention campaign in fiscal year 2024-2025 (specific amount not filled in).

Declares that this appropriation exceeds the state general fund expenditure ceiling for 2024-2025 under Hawaii Constitution Article VII and Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 37-91 and 37-93.

Finds that seniors over age 65 experience disproportionate fall-related injuries, with annual statistics showing 144 deaths, 2,184 hospitalizations, and 9,677 emergency department visits from falls in Hawaii, costing over $223 million in 2021.

Identifies evidence-based fall prevention practices including balance screening, medication reviews, vision exams, and tai chi classes, which the Department of Health has expanded to over 30 locations statewide.

Effective date is July 1, 2050.