States / Hawaii / HB 1546

HB 1546 Passed First Chamber

RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Establishes a 3-year Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program within the Department of Human Services, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to assist individuals who have lost Medicaid health insurance coverage and lack access to other health insurance options. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to contract with a nonprofit health insurer or community-based organization to operate the Pilot Program under certain circumstances. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to issue premium subsidies in certain circumstances.

Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates moneys. Sunsets 6/30/2029.

Effective 7/1/3000. (SD2)

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 15, 2026
Last action
Jan 15, 2026 — Prefiled.
Session
2026
Momentum
78 · High