HI HB556

Requires the Department of Human Services to provide state-funded financial assistance for colorectal cancer screenings for uninsured residents, those with inadequate coverage, permanent resident aliens ineligible for Medicaid, and nonresident aliens ineligible for Medicaid

Mandates that all colorectal cancer screening coverage in Hawaii be consistent with Affordable Care Act implementation guidance from the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Treasury

Requires coverage for colorectal cancer screening using all A and B grade screening methods recommended by the United States Preventive Services Task Force, with no cost-sharing requirements

Appropriates an unspecified sum for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 for the Department of Human Services to develop and implement the public assistance screening program

Directs the Department of Human Services to adopt rules establishing an application process for the state-funded screenings