Informing the Legislature that on July 1, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1300 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 254).

This bill (HB 1300, now Act 254) appropriates $500,000 from state funds for the University of Hawaii Cancer Center to conduct a research study. The study focuses on health disparities among Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, and Filipinos, specifically examining how environmental exposures - like living near Nanakuli landfills on Oahu - affect cancer rates. It requires analyzing water and soil data from health agencies to assess risks tied to social, cultural, and environmental factors. The funding covers fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with the cancer center also seeking additional external funding. The research directly affects these communities and aims to address Hawaii-specific cancer health gaps.