Codifies Sustainable Development Goals 9, 10, 16, and 17 based on the United Nations' Sustainability Development Guidelines and indicators. (SB2678 HD1)
Establishes a Youth Commission within the Office of Youth Services to advise the Governor and Legislature on the effects of legislative policies, needs, assessments, priorities, programs, and budgets relating to youth. Appropriates funds. (SB2089 HD1)
Prohibits manufacturers and contract testing facilities in Hawaii from using animal test methods for the purpose of testing cosmetics or household products for which an alternative test method is available. Imposes a civil fine and authorizes the attorney general to seek injunctive relief and any other recovery of damages. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)
Expands the pool of orthodontists who are eligible to perform medically necessary orthodontic services for treatment of certain orofacial anomalies covered by health insurance. (SB738 HD1)
Establishes an individual mandate for certain qualified taxpayers to sign up for and maintain health insurance throughout the year, or pay a penalty on their individual income tax return, subject to certain exceptions. Sunsets on 12/31/2023. (SB2924 HD2)
Appropriates moneys for program costs and 12 permanent full-time equivalent positions in the vector control branch of the Department of Health. (SB229 HD1)
Appropriates funds to improve the health care services related to cardiac care at Hilo Medical Center. Requires the Auditor to audit contracts over $1,000,000 that the Department of Health or the Department of Human Services entered into with domestic violence nonprofit organizations. (SB1235 HD1)
Requires the department of transportation to adopt rules for motor vehicle inspection safety checks. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)
Authorizes a naturopathic physician to prescribe and administer testosterone that is consistent with naturopathic medical practice. Clarifies that narcotic drugs and controlled substances, other than testosterone, shall not be included within the naturopathic formulary. Effective July 1, 2035. (SD2)
