Bill > SB695

This bill requires the Hawaii Department of Health to mandate that all ground ambulances be equipped with both front-facing and rear-facing cameras, specifically to record incidents involving vehicle drivers who violate certain traffic laws (specifically sections 291C-65 and 291C-128, which likely relate to traffic violations near emergency vehicles). The bill includes an appropriation of funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support the installation of these cameras, with the funds to be expended by the Department of Health. The cameras are intended to help document and potentially enforce traffic laws that protect emergency vehicles and their personnel. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to implement the new camera requirement and secure necessary funding. By requiring these cameras, the bill aims to improve safety and provide evidence of traffic violations that might impede or endanger ambulance operations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=695&year=2026