Establishes an oral health task force to improve Hawaii's oral health infrastructure and equity.
The bill establishes an oral health task force within the Department of Health to address Hawaii's oral health needs. The task force will review data, analyze systemic issues, and develop recommendations to improve equity and access to oral health services. It will also create an oral health strategic blueprint and facilitate discussions among stakeholders. The task force will submit interim and final reports to the legislature. The bill appropriates funds for a consultant and a program specialist to support the task force's work. The task force will cease to exist on June 30, 2028.
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