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HI SB3305

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jarrett Keohokalole

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Mandates research on health care provider burnout, current insurer compensation practices, and other financial practices to prepare for the transition to Hawaii Care

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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