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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires cardiovascular screening for students, including student athletes. Requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to distribute educational and informational materials regarding sudden cardiac arrest. Requires the Department of Health to implement policies, programs, training, and continuing education that increase health care provider knowledge of cardiovascular screening guidelines.
AI Summary
This bill mandates cardiovascular screenings for all students, including student athletes, as part of their physical examinations, requiring these screenings to follow nationally recognized guidelines and include personal and family medical history along with a physical exam to detect potential heart conditions. Students with positive findings will be referred for further evaluation, and the Department of Health will publish an annual report detailing the number of screenings and referrals. Additionally, the Department of Education, in partnership with the Department of Health, will distribute educational materials about sudden cardiac arrest to students and their families, particularly those involved in athletics. The Department of Health is also tasked with developing policies, training programs, and continuing education for healthcare providers to enhance their knowledge of cardiovascular screening guidelines and referral procedures.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (26)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Andrew Garrett (D)*,
Tina Grandinetti (D)*,
Greggor Ilagan (D)*,
Kim Iwamoto (D)*,
Darius Kila (D)*,
Lisa Kitagawa (D)*,
Trish La Chica (D)*,
Michael Lee (D)*,
Nicole Lowen (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Tyson Miyake (D)*,
Dee Morikawa (D)*,
Ikaika Olds (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Julie Reyes Oda (R)*,
Jackson Sayama (D)*,
Garner Shimizu (R)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
Jenna Takenouchi (D)*,
Adrian Tam (D)*,
David Tarnas (D)*,
Shirley Ann Templo (D)*,
Justin Woodson (D)*,
David Alcos (R),
Last Action
The committee(s) on EDN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=2485&year=2026 |
| HB2485_TESTIMONY_EDN_02-19-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2485_TESTIMONY_EDN_02-19-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2485_.HTM |
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