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HI SB3305
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jarrett Keohokalole
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AI Summary
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Establishes "Hawaii Care," a universal single-payer health care system to provide comprehensive health benefits to all Hawaii residents and replace existing health care plans in the state
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Designates the Hawaii Health Authority as the agency responsible for comprehensive planning, implementation, and administration of the new system, including soliciting bids for claims administration, quality assurance, and provider relations
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Requires the Authority to develop a comprehensive implementation plan covering eligibility criteria, financing requirements, benefits package costs, budget projections over five years with 95% actuarial value, and funding mechanisms including potential income tax surcharges
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Mandates research on health care provider burnout, current insurer compensation practices, and other financial practices to prepare for the transition to Hawaii Care
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Conditions full implementation on obtaining necessary federal waivers for Medicare, Medicaid, and the 1974 Hawaii Prepaid Health Care Act
Legislative Description
Relating To Health Care.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM/JDC.
2/2/2026