Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SB1528

Introduced
1/25/23  
Refer
1/30/23  
Introduced
1/25/23  
Refer
2/3/23  
Refer
1/30/23  

Caption

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

Impact

Should SB1528 be enacted, it would have a significant impact on the way healthcare and other related services are administered within the state. The bill is designed to create a framework that encourages both state and local agencies to collaborate more effectively. This collaboration could lead to improved healthcare outcomes, particularly in underserved areas, as local governments would receive support to address specific issues such as access to medical facilities and affordable care options.

Summary

SB1528 is a legislative bill aimed at addressing specific regulatory issues within the state, particularly focusing on enhancing healthcare access and improving economic conditions for community members. The bill proposes amendments to existing laws to ensure that healthcare regulations are not only aligned with state standards but also consider community needs for better service delivery. This includes provisions that may allow local entities greater latitude to implement healthcare solutions tailored to their population's unique challenges.

Contention

However, the bill has sparked a debate among lawmakers and community advocates. Proponents argue that the regulation reforms are necessary for economic and community development, particularly in enhancing the population’s health and well-being. Critics, on the other hand, fear that the local control measures could be problematic, potentially leading to uneven implementation of healthcare services across different regions. They express concern that without standardized regulations, disparities may worsen rather than improve, especially for vulnerable segments of the population.

Companion Bills

HI SB1528

Carry Over Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

Previously Filed As

HI SB1528

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

HI SB3252

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

HI SB297

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Hawaii To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

HI HB728

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Hawaii To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

HI SB1167

Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii State Constitution To Protect Individual Reproductive Rights.

HI SB1167

Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii State Constitution To Protect Individual Reproductive Rights.

HI ACR156

Proposes constitutional amendment recognizing fundamental right to reproductive freedom.

HI HJR1

Constitutional amendment; fundamental right to reproductive freedom (first reference).

HI SJR247

Constitutional amendment; fundamental right to reproductive freedom (first reference).

HI SCA10

Reproductive freedom.

Similar Bills

NJ ACR156

Proposes constitutional amendment recognizing fundamental right to reproductive freedom.

NJ AJR207

Urges Congress to call constitutional convention to consider reproductive health care rights.

NJ A5305

Enters New Jersey in Women's Reproductive Health Care Compact.

NJ A3418

Enters New Jersey in Women's Reproductive Health Care Compact.

CA SCA10

Reproductive freedom.

HI SB297

Proposing A Constitutional Amendment To The Constitution Of The State Of Hawaii To Protect The Right To Reproductive Freedom.

HI SB1167

Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii State Constitution To Protect Individual Reproductive Rights.

HI SB1167

Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii State Constitution To Protect Individual Reproductive Rights.