SB2856 amends fetal death reporting requirements in Hawaii to improve data quality and reduce administrative burdens.

SB2856 amends Hawaii's fetal death reporting requirements to address inconsistencies and improve data quality. The bill introduces a minimum gestational age threshold for mandatory fetal death reporting, exempting fetal deaths under twenty weeks gestation or under 350 grams in weight, unless resulting from an intentional termination. It also allows for optional reporting of fetal deaths in certain circumstances to support families and reduce administrative burdens.

SB2856 amends fetal death reporting requirements in Hawaii to improve data quality and reduce administrative burdens.

SB2856 amends Hawaii's fetal death reporting requirements to address inconsistencies and improve data quality. The bill introduces a minimum gestational age threshold for mandatory fetal death reporting, exempting fetal deaths under twenty weeks gestation or under 350 grams in weight, unless resulting from an intentional termination. It also allows for optional reporting of fetal deaths in certain circumstances to support families and reduce administrative burdens.