Informing the Legislature that on July 9, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1974 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 223).

This bill directs the state health planning and development agency to create a comprehensive plan addressing hearing loss across Hawaii. The plan must assess current efforts, analyze data on prevalence and access to care, and offer recommendations to improve screening, affordability, and treatment for people of all ages. The agency is required to share the initial plan with the legislature before the 2027 session and provide regular updates every two years on progress and future work.