SB 3143 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW.

Summary
Repeals the requirement that health care providers' forms be filed with the Director of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) in triplicate. Clarifies the way a physician transmits a treatment plan to an employer. Repeals a reference to the employer's receipt of a vocational rehabilitation plan by mail. Repeals the option of employers to submit reports to the DLIR via United States mail. Repeals the option of health care providers to provide reports to the DLIR or employer via mail.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 26, 2026 Last action Feb 2, 2026
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Feb 2, 2026
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Referred to LBT/HHS, WAM.
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Jan 28, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
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Jan 26, 2026
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Ron Kouchi
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HI
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