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HI HR1
Resolution
Status
4/4/2024
Primary Sponsor
Della au Belatti
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AI Summary
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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.
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Identifies barriers to contraceptive access including pharmacist refusals to fill prescriptions, pharmacies refusing to stock contraceptives, and placement of condoms behind locked glass.
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Notes that approximately 47% of pregnancies in Hawaii between 2012-2016 were unintended, with higher rates among Native Hawaiian, Filipino, Pacific Islander women, those under 20, unmarried individuals, and those below the federal poverty level.
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Directs certified copies be sent to CEOs of Albertsons, Costco, CVS Health, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, and Times Supermarkets for distribution to store managers within one mile of Hawaii high schools.
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Cites a 2011 University of Iowa study showing increased condom sales when moved from locked glass displays.
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
Resolution adopted in final form.
4/4/2024