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HI HB1961
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeanne Kapela
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AI Summary
- Prohibits intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly interfering with access to health care facilities through physical obstruction, harassing phone calls, or threats against patients, employees, or property
- Creates criminal penalties classified as a petty misdemeanor: first offense requires minimum $250 fine and 24 hours imprisonment; second offense minimum $750 fine and 7 days imprisonment; third or subsequent offenses minimum $1,000 fine and up to 30 days imprisonment
- Establishes civil remedies allowing aggrieved parties to sue for injunctive relief and actual damages, with courts able to award up to $500 per day of violation ($5,000 per day for health care facilities)
- Grants enforcement authority concurrently to the Attorney General, county prosecuting attorneys, and county police departments, with the Attorney General authorized to seek injunctive relief
- Preserves rights under federal and state law for peaceful expressive conduct, including labor demonstrations and the right to strike
Legislative Description
Relating To Health Care.
Attorney General
Last Action
The committee(s) on HHS has scheduled a public hearing on 03-18-26 1:00PM; CR 225 & Videoconference.
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services3/12/2026
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs2/17/2026
Health1/28/2026
Full Bill Text
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