Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 969: RELATING TO INSURANCE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 969 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO INSURANCE. Primary sponsor: Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Karl Rhoads (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Beginning 1/1/2026, requires health insurers, mutual benefit societies, health maintenance organizations, and health plans under the State's Medicaid managed care program to provide coverage for biomarker testing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Karl Rhoads | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to HHS, CPN/WAM.
- Passed First Reading.
- Introduced.