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This joint resolution requests the Health Data Advisory Council (HDAC) to determine the number of uninsured children statewide and by county in 2025, focusing on understanding the current state of children's health insurance coverage. The resolution asks the HDAC to examine at least 60 days of de-identified hospital and emergency department data to gain insights into coverage gaps. Additionally, the Med-QUEST Division of the Department of Human Services is requested to estimate the cost of expanding continuous Medicaid coverage for children from the current two years to up to twelve years, and to calculate the number of children who remain uninsured or underinsured due to federal regulations. The Med-QUEST Division and the State Health Planning and Development Agency are also asked to collaborate on proposing policy changes to achieve universal health insurance coverage for children, taking into account potential federal policy changes. The resolution notes that approximately 3.6% of children statewide lack health insurance, with rates as high as 9% on Hawaii Island and 5% on Maui. The agencies are required to submit a comprehensive report with their findings and recommendations to the Legislature 20 days before the 2026 Regular Session, highlighting the state's commitment to improving children's healthcare access.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HCR&billnumber=39&year=2025