HI HCR6

Affirms Hawaii's support for the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), which requires Medicare-funded hospitals to provide stabilizing emergency care including abortion services when medically necessary for conditions like hemorrhage, ectopic pregnancy, or preeclampsia.

Notes that 2025 rescission of federal guidance by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has created national confusion about EMTALA's application, though the statute itself remains in effect.

Urges all Hawaii hospitals, regardless of religious affiliation, to continue providing emergency abortion care when necessary, clarifying that EMTALA does not allow religious exemptions.

Recognizes Hawaii hospitals' long-standing practice of providing stabilizing treatment including emergency abortion care in accordance with federal law and accepted medical standards.

Directs certified copies be sent to the Governor, Director of Health, and heads of major Hawaii healthcare organizations including the Healthcare Association of Hawaii and Hawaii Medical Association.