Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB 720
RELATING TO WORKERS' COMPENSATION.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- RHOADS (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Requires the independent medical examination and permanent impairment rating examination of an injured employee under the Workers' Compensation Law to be conducted by a qualified physician selected by the mutual agreement of the parties and paid for by the employer. In absence of a mutual agreement, requires the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations to appoint a duly qualified impartial physician to be paid by the employer.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Introduced. - Jan 21, 2025 · Senate
Passed First Reading. - Jan 23, 2025 · Senate
Referred to LBT, JDC/WAM. - Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.