At the end of the month, the resolution HCR 91 was adopted in its final form after consideration in the House and Senate. Although a resolution does not become a law, it shows that the Hawaii legislature is potentially supportive of future So Every BODY Can Move legislation.
To view the text of the resolution, click here.
ALERT: So Every BODY Can Move Legislation Introduced (3/24/2025)
Earlier this month, HI HR 87/HCR 91 and HI SR 142/SCR 173 were introduced. HI HR 87/HCR 91 was reported favorably by the Health Committee, with unanimous recommendation that the measures pass without amendment! HI SR 142/SCR 173 is scheduled to be heard by the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services on March 24 at 1:05 PM. HI HR 87/HCR 91 was also initially referred to the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce, and HI SR 142/SCR 173 was also initially referred to the Senate Committee of Commerce and Consumer Protection. These bills seek to have health insurers and managed care providers that provide health insurance to provide coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices. This would be foundational for future So Every BODY Can Move legislation.