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HB 2387

RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION MEDICAL BENEFITS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 26 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 2387 modifies workers' compensation medical benefits, currently under committee review with potential impacts on injured worker healthcare access and employer insurance costs.

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 104).
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Bill Summary · HB 2387

Legislative bill overview

HB 2387 is a Hawaii bill currently in early legislative stages that addresses workers' compensation medical benefits, though specific provisions are not detailed in the available documentation. The bill has passed first reading and been referred to the Labor and Finance committees for review.

Why is this important

Workers' compensation medical benefits directly affect injured workers' access to healthcare, employers' insurance costs, and the overall competitiveness of Hawaii's business environment. Changes to these benefits can significantly impact both employee protection and business operational expenses across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of coverage changes: Potential disputes over which medical services, treatments, or providers are covered under workers' compensation could affect both worker access to care and insurer costs
  • Cost allocation between employers and workers: Any shifts in how medical benefit costs are distributed could be contentious among business groups, labor unions, and employee advocates
  • Insurance premium impacts: Changes to medical benefit structures may affect workers' compensation insurance rates, influencing small business affordability and competitiveness

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

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