Informing the Legislature that on June 27, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2553 HD2 SD2 CD1 (ACT 104).

This bill, signed into law by Governor Josh Green on June 27, 2024, expands the role of pharmacists in Hawaii by permanently authorizing them to administer vaccines to individuals aged three and older. It also permits pharmacy interns and technicians to provide these vaccinations under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, provided specific requirements are met. The legislation updates state law to align with federal pandemic-era provisions and aims to increase access to immunizations, particularly for children, by utilizing pharmacies as convenient community health resources.