SB3139 amends Hawaii's health planning and development agency functions, exempting certain facilities from certificate of need requirements, and.

SB3139 modifies the State Health Planning and Development Agency's responsibilities, exempting specific facilities from certificate of need requirements. These include private practice offices, laboratories, dispensaries, and others. The bill also defines "health care" to encompass prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of diseases and injuries. The agency will promote universal access to high-quality, equitable, and affordable health care, assess health care costs, and prepare reports on emerging health issues. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

SB3139 amends Hawaii's health planning and development agency functions, exempting certain facilities from certificate of need requirements, and.

SB3139 modifies the State Health Planning and Development Agency's responsibilities, exempting specific facilities from certificate of need requirements. These include private practice offices, laboratories, dispensaries, and others. The bill also defines "health care" to encompass prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of diseases and injuries. The agency will promote universal access to high-quality, equitable, and affordable health care, assess health care costs, and prepare reports on emerging health issues. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.