Informing the Legislature that on June 27, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1889 HD1 SD2 (ACT 101).

This bill expands workers' compensation medical benefits in Hawaii to cover breast cancer and cancers of the female reproductive organs for firefighters who have worked at least five years. The law applies to firefighters who have been diagnosed with various other cancers, such as leukemia or lung cancer, and ensures their employers pay for medical care at rates between 110% and 150% of Medicare fees. By adding these specific conditions to the list of covered illnesses, the legislation aims to provide broader and more comprehensive medical support for female firefighters facing occupational health risks.