Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Sunrise Analysis On Mandating Health Insurance Coverage For Annual Mental Health Screenings.
Impact
This resolution highlights the connection between mental health and various physical health concerns while emphasizing the economic burden that untreated mental health issues can impose on society. By calling for an official analysis, the resolution seeks to ensure that any proposed legislation surrounding mandatory mental health coverage is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of its social and financial ramifications. It serves as a commitment to addressing mental health issues through preventive measures and legislative responsibility.
Summary
SCR228 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution from the Thirty-first Legislature of the State of Hawaii, aimed at requesting the state auditor to conduct a 'sunrise analysis' regarding a mandate for health insurance coverage of annual mental health screenings. As delineated in the resolution, mental health issues are prevalent and severely impact both individual well-being and the broader economy, with millions of adults in the U.S. affected by mental illness. The resolution is a prerequisite step to evaluate the implications of Senate Bill No. 728, which would mandate that health insurers provide coverage for these necessary mental health screenings.
Contention
While support for the analysis may arise from the acknowledgment of the rising mental health crisis and the need for systematic health coverage, potential contention could emerge surrounding the financial implications for insurance companies and the healthcare system as a whole. Critics might voice concerns over increased insurance premiums or the bureaucratic processes involved in implementing such mandates. Moreover, the resolution's requirement of the auditor's report could face scrutiny regarding potential delays in legislative processes, especially concerning the timeliness of mental health interventions.
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