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HB 2562

RELATING TO WORKPLACE VIOLENCE IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Alcos and 19 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill establishes workplace violence prevention standards for healthcare settings to protect workers from assaults and threats through new safety protocols and reporting requirements.

The committee(s) on HLT recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Bill Summary · HB 2562

Legislative bill overview

HB 2562 addresses workplace violence prevention in Hawaii's healthcare settings. The bill was introduced by five House members and referred to the Health, Labor, and Finance committees for review. As of February 2026, the Health committee recommended deferring the measure for further consideration.

Why is this important

Healthcare workers face disproportionately high rates of workplace violence, including physical assaults and threats from patients and visitors. Legislation in this area can establish safety protocols, training requirements, reporting mechanisms, and liability protections that directly affect worker safety and healthcare facility operations. Hawaii's approach could serve as a model for other states addressing this growing occupational health concern.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and implementation burden: Healthcare facilities may resist new safety mandates if they require significant infrastructure investment, staff training programs, or additional security personnel
  • Scope of coverage and definitions: Disagreement likely exists over what constitutes "workplace violence," which incidents trigger reporting requirements, and whether the law applies equally to all healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, mental health facilities, etc.)
  • Balance between worker protection and patient rights: Tensions may arise between implementing strict security measures and maintaining patient privacy, access to care, and avoiding discrimination against individuals with mental health conditions or behavioral issues

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

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