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HI SB1434

HI SB1434
Relating To Universal Immunization Funding Program.


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Introduced
01/23/2025
In Committee
04/25/2025
Crossed Over
03/04/2025
Passed
06/04/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes the Universal Immunization Funding Program as a universal funding model for immunization purchases by the Department of Health, to increase statewide access to immunizations for all persons under age sixty-five. Establishes the Universal Immunization Purchase Special Fund, into which fees collected from assessed entities and other sources of funding will be deposited, for purposes of bulk purchasing immunizations and administering the program. Appropriates funds. (CD2)

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Universal Immunization Funding Program in Hawaii to increase statewide access to immunizations for people under 65 years old. The program will create a special fund that receives money from various sources, including fees from health insurers, government appropriations, grants, and federal funds. The Department of Health will manage the program, which will allow bulk purchasing of immunizations at discounted rates through federal contracts. Health insurers (called "assessed entities") will be required to report the number of children and adults they cover and pay a monthly assessment based on their covered lives. The bill defines immunizations broadly to include any preparation authorized by the FDA or recommended by the CDC that triggers an immune response. Providers who administer immunizations purchased through this program cannot bill patients or insurers for the vaccines. The program aims to lower healthcare providers' administrative costs, ensure quick vaccine supply during emergencies, and provide immunizations to vulnerable populations. The legislature initially appropriates $934,000 to start the program in fiscal year 2025-2026, and the program will include provisions for auditing, reporting, and potential penalties for non-compliance.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Act 175, on 06/04/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1275). (on 06/04/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1434&year=2025
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_CD1_HFA5_.HTM
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_CD1_SFA13_.HTM
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_CD2_.HTM
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_CD1_.HTM
Committee Report SB1434_CD1_CCR198_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB1434_CD1_CCR198_.pdf
Committee Report SB1434_HD1_HSCR1932_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB1434_HD1_HSCR1932_.pdf
SB1434_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_03-28-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/SB1434_HD1_TESTIMONY_FIN_03-28-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_HD1_.HTM
Committee Report SB1434_HD1_HSCR1314_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB1434_HD1_HSCR1314_.pdf
SB1434_SD1_TESTIMONY_HLT_03-14-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/SB1434_SD1_TESTIMONY_HLT_03-14-25_.PDF
Committee Report SB1434_SD1_SSCR1035_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB1434_SD1_SSCR1035_.pdf
SB1434_SD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_02-28-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/SB1434_SD1_TESTIMONY_WAM_02-28-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_SD1_.HTM
Committee Report SB1434_SD1_SSCR424_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/CommReports/SB1434_SD1_SSCR424_.pdf
SB1434_TESTIMONY_HHS_02-03-25_ https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/Testimony/SB1434_TESTIMONY_HHS_02-03-25_.PDF
BillText https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB1434_.HTM
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