What's Being Discussed
The Administrative Committee of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (EUTF) is holding a public meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The EUTF manages health insurance benefits — including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance — for state and county employees, retirees, and their dependents.

Proposed rule changes to how the EUTF operates administratively
Annual report reviewing the fund's activities and performance
2027 legislative proposals — possible recommendations the EUTF may bring to the state legislature
Proposed budget for fiscal years 2027–2029
Personnel matters (details not specified)
The committee will also meet in private (executive session) to review certain minutes, as permitted by state law

Decisions Expected

The committee may take action on proposed administrative rule changes
Approval of the biennial budget for 2027–2029 may be considered
Endorsement of legislative proposals for 2027 could be voted on
Personnel decisions may be made

Who Should Pay Attention

State and county government employees covered by EUTF health plans
Retirees receiving EUTF benefits
Dependents enrolled in EUTF coverage
Anyone interested in how public employee health benefits are managed and funded in Hawaii

The meeting is open to the public in person or via Microsoft Teams. Written testimony can be emailed to eutfadmin@hawaii.gov. For questions, contact Desiree Yamauchi at (808) 587-5434.