Aligns Hawaii's workers' compensation law with federal standards for compounded prescription drugs.

This bill amends Hawaii's workers' compensation law to align the definition of "compounded prescription drug" with federal standards, promoting regulatory consistency and patient safety. It incorporates the federal definition from the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, ensuring that compounded drugs meet quality benchmarks and are necessary for individual patients. The changes do not affect existing rights, penalties, or proceedings. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Aligns Hawaii's workers' compensation law with federal standards for compounded prescription drugs.

This bill amends Hawaii's workers' compensation law to align the definition of "compounded prescription drug" with federal standards, promoting regulatory consistency and patient safety. It incorporates the federal definition from the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, ensuring that compounded drugs meet quality benchmarks and are necessary for individual patients. The changes do not affect existing rights, penalties, or proceedings. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2026.