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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Allows actively practicing advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants employed in Federally Qualified Health Centers to claim exemption from service as a juror. (SD1)
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to allow actively practicing advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants employed in Federally Qualified Health Centers to claim an exemption from serving as a juror, similar to physicians and dentists who already have this exemption. Federally Qualified Health Centers are community-based health care providers that serve underserved areas. The bill's purpose is to ensure that these healthcare professionals can continue providing essential patient care without interruption, as their absence for jury duty can negatively impact patients and create financial hardship for those who own their practices.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC. (on 02/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2025&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2025_SD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report SB2025_SD1_SSCR2252_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2025_SD1_SSCR2252_.pdf |
| SB2025_TESTIMONY_HHS_01-30-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2025_TESTIMONY_HHS_01-30-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2025_.HTM |
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