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SB 107

RELATING TO MEDICAL INFORMED CONSENT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Karl Rhoads

Hawaii bill establishing or modifying medical informed consent standards for patients undergoing healthcare treatment procedures.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 107

Legislative bill overview

SB 107 relates to medical informed consent procedures in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. The bill was introduced by Senator Karl Rhoads and referred to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and Consumer Protection and Commerce (CPN) committees for review. As of the most recent action, the measure was deferred by the HHS committee and carried over to the 2026 legislative session.

Why this is important

Informed consent laws establish the requirement that patients receive clear information about medical procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives before treatment. Changes to these standards can affect patient rights, healthcare provider liability, medical practice standards, and the balance between patient autonomy and medical decision-making. The committees' involvement suggests potential consumer protection and public health implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of consent requirements: Disputes may arise over which medical procedures require enhanced informed consent and what level of detail providers must disclose
  • Provider compliance burden: Healthcare providers may have concerns about operational costs and administrative complexity if consent documentation requirements are expanded
  • Patient advocacy priorities: Different stakeholder groups may debate whether the bill strengthens or weakens patient protections depending on its specific language

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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