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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires the Department of Health to develop by 12/31/2026, standardized educational materials relating to lung cancer screening and language on lung cancer screening information to be included in signage and written notices to be used by retailers of tobacco products. Beginning 1/1/2027, requires retailers engaged in the retail sale of tobacco products to display signage on lung cancer screening at each point of sale and provide written notice on lung cancer screening to each buyer of a tobacco product.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Health to create educational materials about lung cancer screening, including information on who is eligible, where to get screened, and the importance of early detection, by December 31, 2026. These materials will be used for signage and written notices that retailers selling tobacco products must display and provide to customers starting January 1, 2027. The bill also makes some technical amendments to existing law regarding tobacco product possession and consumption, clarifying that certain provisions apply to a "subpart" rather than a "part" and ensuring that federal law takes precedence if there's a conflict.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (8)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Brandon Elefante (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Karl Rhoads (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D)*,
Sharon Moriwaki (D),
Glenn Wakai (D),
Last Action
Referred to HHS, CPN. (on 01/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2230&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2230_.HTM |
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