Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB 555
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- DECOITE (Democratic)
- CHANG (Democratic)
- GABBARD (Democratic)
- HASHIMOTO (Democratic)
- KIM (Democratic)
- LEE
- C.
- RHOADS (Democratic)
Cosponsors (2)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Creates a presumption for workers' compensation purposes that diseases of the heart in firefighters and law enforcement officers were proximately caused by and resulted from the nature of the person's employment if certain conditions are met. Exempts injuries caused by disease of the heart from certain time limitations applicable to workers' compensation claims. Establishes a process for regular physical examinations of firefighters and law enforcement officers to reduce heart disease risks.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Introduced. - Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Passed First Reading. - Jan 21, 2025 · Senate
Referred to LBT/PSM, WAM. - Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.