Introduced by Rep. Marcus Oshiro (D) on January 28, 2009, creates the Hawaii Health Authority to develop a comprehensive plan to provide universal health care in Hawaii. (HB1504 HD1) .
Referred to the House Committee on Finance on January 28, 2009.
Amendment offered in the House on March 4, 2009. The amendment passed in the House by voice vote on March 4, 2009.
Passed in the House (45 to 4) on May 7, 2009, to create a new government agency to develop a system of government run healthcare for Hawaii. [Vote Details and Comments]