SB 2538 Hawaii Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO ISLAND BURIAL COUNCILS.

SB 2538 establishes small payments (stipends) for specific members of Hawaii's Island Burial Councils. It amends Hawaii Revised Statutes section 6E-43.5 to update the rules for council compensation and quorum requirements. The bill directly affects designated council members by providing them with a regular payment for their service. This is a procedural change focused on modifying the financial structure and operational rules of these councils.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2026 Last action Jan 28, 2026
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Jan 28, 2026
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Jan 23, 2026
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Ron Kouchi
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