Requesting an assessment of the social and financial effects of mandatory health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices in Hawaii.

This bill requests the Auditor to conduct an impact assessment report on mandating health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices in Hawaii. The report will evaluate the social and financial effects of such coverage, including the impact on individuals with disabilities and the potential reduction of preventable secondary health conditions. The Auditor must submit the report to the Legislature before the 2027 Regular Session.

Requesting an assessment of the social and financial effects of mandatory health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices in Hawaii.

This bill requests the Auditor to conduct an impact assessment report on mandating health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices in Hawaii. The report will evaluate the social and financial effects of such coverage, including the impact on individuals with disabilities and the potential reduction of preventable secondary health conditions. The Auditor must submit the report to the Legislature before the 2027 Regular Session.