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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amends the functions and responsibilities of the State Health Planning and Development Agency. Adds a new definition of "health care." Amends the exemption threshold for bed changes to up to thirty per cent of existing licensed bed types. Exempts the Department of Health from certificate of need requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill amends the functions and responsibilities of the State Health Planning and Development Agency, a government body responsible for overseeing health care services and facilities. It introduces a new definition for "health care" to encompass a broad range of services aimed at improving a person's health, including oral, behavioral, and long-term care, regardless of where these services are provided. The bill also modifies the exemption threshold for changes to a facility's bed count, allowing for adjustments of up to thirty percent of existing licensed beds without requiring a certificate of need, which is a permit needed for certain health care projects. Importantly, it exempts the Department of Health from needing these certificates of need for its operations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 3000.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=2319&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2319_HD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report HB2319_HD1_HSCR363-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/HB2319_HD1_HSCR363-26_.pdf |
| HB2319_TESTIMONY_HLT_02-13-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2319_TESTIMONY_HLT_02-13-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2319_.HTM |
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