The 2026 legislative session has begun! Here are a few pieces of legislation we are tracking as we advocate on behalf of veterinarians in Hawaii:
- SB 874 – Requires written prescriptions on request. HVMA submitted testimony to ensure the law would not cause undue burden upon veterinarians.
- SB 2158 – Establish Vet Workforce Development Special Fund and Loan Repayment/Scholarship Program. HVMA supports.
- SB 2086 – Requires any health care professional being sued to inform the licensing board within 30 days of filing and allows for non-economic damages. HVMA opposes.
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2/2/2026 Update: SB 2158 has a scheduled hearing on Friday 2/6/2026. Submit online testimony to support this bill that will allow state funding to go toward supporting vet school graduates returning to Hawaii to work in the state.