Hawaii HB1113 modifies the Department of Health's responsibilities concerning Hansen's disease patients at Kalaupapa, including changes to governance.
Hawaii HB1113 amends the Department of Health's responsibilities regarding Hansen's disease patients at Kalaupapa. The bill establishes the Kalaupapa State Historical Area to preserve the settlement's historical, cultural, and environmental significance. It also addresses the future governance of the county of Kalawao, including potential reunification with Maui. The bill modifies pension rules for patient employees, including adjustments to pension amounts and eligibility criteria.
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