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HRS §431:1-102

Public interest in insurance

Insurance matters affect everyone, so people involved must act honestly and in good faith. Insurers, policyholders, and their representatives must protect the integrity of insurance. This section sets out that general duty but does not give specific rules or penalties.

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The statute, as written — Public interest

The business of insurance is one affected by the public interest, requiring that all persons be actuated by good faith, abstain from deception and practice honesty and equity in all insurance matters. Upon the insurer, the insured and their representatives rests the duty of preserving inviolate the integrity of insurance.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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