ACA State Innovation Waiver Task Force

Kēia hui hana kūikawā evaluated Hawaii's options under Section 1332 of the Affordable Care Act, which allows states to apply for waivers to design alternative health insurance systems if they meet coverage and cost standards. It analyzed potential waiver models, me ka reinsurance programs or public option structures, and developed nā ʻōlelo aʻoaʻo for ka ʻAhaʻōlelo and executive branch. Its work directly shapes how Hawaii structures its health insurance market.

If you buy health insurance through the Hawaii Health Connector or the individual market, this task force's nā ʻōlelo aʻoaʻo could affect your premiums, plan options, and coverage requirements. Hiki i nā kānaka ke komo by submitting ka manaʻo lehulehus during the waiver design process.