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HI SB350
Bill
AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I of the Hawaii Constitution prohibiting any law or state action that denies or interferes with a person's right to obtain contraceptives or voluntarily engage in contraception
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Defines "contraception" as any action taken to prevent pregnancy, including drugs, devices, biological products, fertility-awareness methods, and sterilization procedures approved under federal law
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Clarifies that contraceptives include IUDs and emergency contraceptives (Plan B, Ella) which prevent pregnancy rather than terminate it or affect implanted embryos
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Requires the amendment question to be placed on the ballot for voter approval in accordance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution
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Notes that 14 states plus Washington D.C. already have statutory or constitutional protections for contraception rights
Legislative Description
Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii Constitution To Protect The Right To Contraception.
Constitutional Amendment
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025