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HR 19

REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE A HOSPICE WORKING GROUP TO EXAMINE TRENDS AND REGULATIONS IN THE HOSPICE INDUSTRY.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gregg Takayama

Hawaii directs Department of Health to form a hospice industry working group examining regulatory trends and practices to inform future policy decisions on end-of-life care.

Reported from FIN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1923-26), recommending adoption.
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Bill Summary · HR 19

Legislative bill overview

HR 19 requests that Hawaii's Department of Health establish a working group to study current trends, practices, and regulatory frameworks within the hospice industry. The resolution passed unanimously in the Finance Committee and was adopted in final form on April 9, 2026, with no opposing votes.

Why is this important

Hospice care directly affects end-of-life experiences for terminally ill patients and their families, making regulatory oversight and industry analysis critical public health concerns. Understanding industry trends and gaps in regulation can inform future policy decisions that improve care quality, patient safety, and appropriate resource allocation in Hawaii's healthcare system.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and timeliness: The resolution does not specify deadlines, funding, or expected deliverables, raising questions about whether this working group will produce actionable recommendations or simply create another advisory body
  • Regulatory burden vs. access: Any regulatory changes stemming from the working group's findings could increase compliance costs for hospice providers, potentially affecting service availability in rural or underserved areas
  • Industry representation: The resolution's language does not clarify whether hospice providers, patients, families, and healthcare workers will have meaningful participation in the working group, which could bias findings toward particular stakeholder interests

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

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