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HI HB1669

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Marten

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Health to develop standardized educational materials on lung cancer screening by December 31, 2026, including eligibility criteria for low-dose computed tomography screening, locations of screening facilities, and benefits of early detection.

  • Mandates tobacco retailers to prominently display signage about lung cancer screening at each point of sale, including on vending machines, beginning January 1, 2027.

  • Requires retailers to provide written notice on lung cancer screening to every buyer of a tobacco product starting January 1, 2027.

  • Notes that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Hawaii, disproportionately affecting Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.

  • Authorizes the Department of Health to adopt administrative rules to implement the new requirements.

Legislative Description

Relating To Lung Cancer Screening.

DOH

Last Action

The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/26/2026

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