Establishes Hawaii care, a universal, single-payer health care system for all residents, replacing existing health care plans.

Hawaii HB2143 establishes a universal, single-payer health care system called Hawaii care, administered by the Hawaii health authority. The system aims to provide comprehensive health care benefits to all residents, replacing existing health care plans. The authority is tasked with developing a comprehensive plan for implementation, including eligibility criteria, financing requirements, and cost estimates. Hawaii care will cover a range of benefits, including hospital, surgical, medical, and preventive care, without cost-sharing.

Establishes Hawaii care, a universal, single-payer health care system for all residents, replacing existing health care plans.

Hawaii HB2143 establishes a universal, single-payer health care system called Hawaii care, administered by the Hawaii health authority. The system aims to provide comprehensive health care benefits to all residents, replacing existing health care plans. The authority is tasked with developing a comprehensive plan for implementation, including eligibility criteria, financing requirements, and cost estimates. Hawaii care will cover a range of benefits, including hospital, surgical, medical, and preventive care, without cost-sharing.