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SB 2276

RELATING TO SURGICAL ASSISTANTS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kurt Fevella and 6 co-sponsors

SB 2276 modifies Hawaii's surgical assistant regulations, currently in committee review with potential impacts on healthcare workforce and surgical service delivery.

The committee on HHS deferred the measure.
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Bill Summary · SB 2276

Legislative bill overview

SB 2276 modifies Hawaii's regulations governing surgical assistants, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the action history provided. The bill has been referred to the Health and Human Services/Consumer Protection and Commerce committee and the Judiciary/Ways and Means committee for review.

Why is this important

Surgical assistant regulations directly affect healthcare workforce capacity, patient safety standards, and access to surgical services in Hawaii. Changes to licensing, scope of practice, or training requirements for surgical assistants can impact hospital operations, medical school pipelines, and healthcare costs across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion vs. safety concerns – Expanding surgical assistant duties could improve efficiency but may raise questions about adequate training and supervision requirements
  • Licensure and credentialing standards – Changes to qualification requirements could affect workforce availability but might create quality assurance questions
  • Economic impact on healthcare institutions – Modifications affecting staffing models or training obligations could influence hospital budgets and staffing strategies

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

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