Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR92

Introduced

3/12/26

Refer

3/18/26

Report Pass

4/2/26

Refer

4/2/26

Caption

Encouraging The State To Examine Requiring Automated External Defibrillators In All State-owned Buildings And Pursue Existing Automated External Defibrillator Programs.

Impact

The proposal aims to enhance public health infrastructure by increasing access to life-saving technologies and training across the state. Introduced in the context of rising cardiac arrest incidents, the resolution seeks to provide not just devices but also comprehensive education and training programs for individuals in state facilities. This initiative aligns with best practices from major health organizations and is intended to foster a community capable of effectively responding to cardiac emergencies.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 92 (HCR92) encourages the State of Hawaii to require the installation of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in all state-owned buildings. The resolution underscores the importance of AEDs as critical life-saving devices that are capable of re-establishing a normal heart rhythm in individuals experiencing cardiac arrest. Research indicates that timely application of an AED can significantly increase the probability of survival, with chances diminishing by 7 to 10 percent for each minute that passes without defibrillation.

Contention

Notably, while the resolution promotes a critical health mechanism, discussions surrounding its implementation may bring forth logistical considerations including funding, maintenance of AEDs, and the provision of training programs. Potential opposition could arise from fiscal concerns regarding the state's budget allocations toward equipping all state-owned buildings with AEDs, as well as ensuring ample training for staff in these facilities to effectively respond in emergencies. Thus, stakeholders may debate the balance between the imperative of public health and the practicalities of state resource allocation.

Companion Bills

HI HR84

Same As Encouraging The State To Examine Requiring Automated External Defibrillators In All State-owned Buildings And Pursue Existing Automated External Defibrillator Programs.

HI SCR87

Same As Encouraging The State To Examine Requiring Automated External Defibrillators In All State-owned Buildings And Pursue Existing Automated External Defibrillator Programs.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR177

Encouraging The City And County Of Honolulu To Initiate A Summer Streets Pilot Program.

HI HB1166

Relating To Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program.

HI HCR181

Requesting That The Hawaii State Office Of Elections Convene A Working Group On Automatic Voter Registration.

HI SB1485

Relating To Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program.

HI SCR196

Supporting And Encouraging A Broader Relationship Between The State And The Kingdom Of Norway.

HI SCR182

Encouraging The City And County Of Honolulu To Initiate A Summer Streets Pilot Program.

HI HCR117

Requesting The Office Of Elections To Convene A Working Group On Automatic Voter Registration.

HI HCR96

Encouraging The University Of Hawaii To Evaluate And Expand Its Current Mental Health Services For Students.

HI SCR195

Supporting And Encouraging A Broader Relationship Between The State And The Kingdom Of Sweden.

HI HCR42

Encouraging Each County To Establish Its Own Biosecurity Plan That Prioritizes The Needs Of The County.

Similar Bills

HI HB1535

Relating To Automated External Defibrillators.

NJ S2431

Requires NJT to equip trains with defibrillators.

NJ A101