REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT ON MANDATING DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE COVERAGE.

This Senate Resolution requests the State Auditor to evaluate the social and financial impacts of mandating dental and vision insurance coverage in Hawaii. The bill directs the Auditor to conduct a formal analysis, known as a sunrise analysis, on a proposed measure that would require such coverage for residents. The Auditor is tasked with submitting a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature by a specific deadline before the next session begins. This procedural step ensures that the potential effects of the insurance mandate are assessed before any final legislation is passed.