REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO ASSESS THE SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL EFFECTS OF PROPOSED MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENINGS.

SCR 28 is a procedural resolution requesting the Hawaii Auditor to assess the social and financial impacts of mandatory health insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screenings, as proposed in House Bill 556 (2025). It does not create new policy but requires a report under Hawaii Revised Statutes §23-51 before any such mandate could be enacted. The assessment will evaluate costs, access, and potential benefits for residents, particularly focusing on colorectal cancer screening coverage. This step is mandated by state law prior to considering legislation that would require insurers to cover specific preventive services.