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Introduced
01/19/2018
01/19/2018
In Committee
04/27/2018
04/27/2018
Crossed Over
03/06/2018
03/06/2018
Passed
05/01/2018
05/01/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/11/2018
07/11/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires prescribers of certain controlled substances to consult the State's Electronic Prescription Accountability System before issuing a prescription for the controlled substance, under certain circumstances. Provides that a violation by a prescriber shall not be subject to criminal penalty provisions but that a violation may be grounds for professional discipline. Repeals on 6/30/2023. (CD1)
AI Summary
This bill requires prescribers of certain controlled substances, such as doctors, dentists, and surgeons, to consult the state's Electronic Prescription Accountability System before issuing a prescription, with some exceptions for emergency situations or system malfunctions. The purpose is to reduce public access to potentially addictive substances and address the increasing drug overdose rates in Hawaii, particularly from prescription opioids. A violation of this requirement will not result in criminal penalties but may lead to professional discipline. The bill is set to be repealed on June 30, 2023.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (10)
Rosalyn Baker (D)*,
Lorraine Inouye (D)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Mike Gabbard (D),
Brickwood Galuteria (NP),
Les Ihara (D),
Gilbert Keith-Agaran (D),
Clarence Nishihara (D),
Karl Rhoads (D),
Laura Thielen (D),
Last Action
Act 153, 07/09/2018 (Gov. Msg. No. 1262). (on 07/11/2018)
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