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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2656: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Based solely on the provided context, a substantive summary of SB 2656 cannot be generated. The bill's title ("RELATING TO TAXATION") and abstract ("Short form bill") offer no specific details about its provisions, affected parties, or policy mechanisms. The recent actions (introduced, passed first reading, referred) only indicate procedural status, not the bill's content. Without additional information describing the bill's actual provisions, it is impossible to accurately summarize what it does or who it affects.
Dru Kanuha (D)
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 25, 2026

SB 2116: RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.

Requires the Attorney General to establish a confidential process for persons to anonymously file complaints against public employees. Requires the Attorney General to review and forward the complaints to the department, board, commission, or agency deemed appropriate by the Attorney General. Requires the departments, boards, commissions, and agencies to process the complaint pursuant to their standard complaint-processing procedures and report the disposition to the Attorney General. Authorizes the Attorney General to adopt rules. Requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1)
Brandon Elefante (D) Carol Fukunaga (D) Sharon Moriwaki (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 2112: RELATING TO ADDITIVES IN FOOD.

Beginning January 1, 2027, bans the manufacture, sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any food for human consumption that contains petroleum-based synthetic food dyes and synthetic chemical additives. (SD1)
Michelle Kidani (D) Mike Gabbard (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 2079: RELATING TO VEHICLE TITLES.

Requires the county Director of Finance to issue a temporary, three-year title to an applicant in cases where no prior title exists, the prior owner is unable to provide one, or the Director is otherwise not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle. Requires the applicant to provide a surety bond and certain documentation to the Director. Allows for a right of action against the surety bond and temporary title. Requires the temporary title to convert to a full title after three years unless a suit has been instituted against the temporary title.
Rachele Lamosao (D) Troy Hashimoto (D) Michelle Kidani (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Angus McKelvey (D)
passed · Hawaii · House Feb 23, 2026

HR 16: CONGRATULATING DR. JAMI FUKUI; SHON MORISHIGE, RN; KYLE OHISA, PA-C; DR. PARWATHI PANIKER; AND DR. LINDA WONG FOR BEING SELECTED BY THEIR PATIENTS AS 2025 HAWAII HEALTHCARE HEROES AND RECOGNIZING THEM FOR THEIR UNWAVERING DEDICATION TO PROVIDING COMPASSIONATE, LIFE-CHANGING CARE.

This bill is a ceremonial House Resolution congratulating five healthcare professionals - Dr. Jami Fukui (oncologist), Shon Morishige (RN), Kyle Ohisa (PA-C), Dr. Parwathi Paniker (dermatologist), and Dr. Linda Wong - selected as 2025 Hawaii Healthcare Heroes by their patients. It recognizes their "unwavering dedication to providing compassionate, life-changing care" through specific patient examples, such as Dr. Fukui supporting a breast cancer patient and Mr. Ohisa improving a heart defect patient’s quality of life. The resolution is part of the Healthcare Association of Hawaii’s annual program, which has honored patient-nominated healthcare workers since 2014. It has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition of individual contributions.
Gregg Takayama (D)
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 237: RELATING TO ADAPTATION PATHWAYS PLANNING.

Expands the authority of the State and counties to develop adaptation pathways plans to modify and relocate infrastructure away from critically threatened areas to locations outside sea level rise and coastal flooding exposure areas. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds relocation of infrastructure from sea level rise areas, directly addressing climate adaptation and protecting coastal communities from environmental threats.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds relocation of transportation infrastructure from flood zones to protect systems, aligning with transportation safety and infrastructure protection.90% confidence
Mike Gabbard (D) Stanley Chang (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 1301: RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.

Establishes conditions under which archaeological inventory surveys and reconnaissance surveys are required. Establishes conditions under which archaeological permits may be issued and revoked and the practice of archaeology may be temporarily revoked. Modifies the composition and operations of island burial councils. Modifies procedures upon the inadvertent discovery of burial sites. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Jarrett Keohokalole (D)
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 1190: RELATING TO THE HAWAII INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL.

SB 1190 provides funding to the Hawaii Invasive Species Council to support its efforts in controlling and eradicating invasive species across the state. The bill directly affects the Council by allocating financial resources for its ongoing initiatives to protect Hawaii's native ecosystems and agriculture. Key provisions include appropriating state funds specifically for invasive species management programs, such as monitoring, removal, and prevention activities. This funding aims to strengthen the Council's capacity to address threats posed by non-native plants and animals.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds for invasive species management, directly increasing budget allocation for a specific program under Department of Land and Natural Resources.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentSB 1190 allocates state funds to control invasive species, directly protecting native ecosystems and agriculture per the Council's mission, aligning with environmental protection indicators.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Mike Gabbard (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Angus McKelvey (D) Tim Richards (D)
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 1178: RELATING TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION INCENTIVES.

SB 1178 makes Hawaii’s Carbon Smart Land Management Assistance Program permanent, providing ongoing state support for landowners who manage forests, agricultural land, or other natural areas to absorb carbon dioxide. The program, administered by the Department of Land and Natural Resources, directly benefits landowners by offering technical and financial assistance for practices that enhance carbon sequestration. This bill codifies existing temporary support into law, ensuring consistent funding and guidance for climate-friendly land management without creating new requirements or altering current eligibility rules.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMakes carbon sequestration program permanent, providing financial/technical support for landowners to absorb CO2, directly advancing climate mitigation.95% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Mike Gabbard (D) Angus McKelvey (D)
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2019: RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF NON-AGRICULTURAL PARK LANDS.

Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to accept the transfer of and manage certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to request information related to easements prior to any transfer of certain qualifying non-agricultural park lands. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to obtain approval from the Board of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity before pasture lands are removed for reforestation or other public purposes. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill manages non-agricultural park lands requiring action plans to prevent removal of pasture lands, supporting conservation of protected natural areas.80% confidence
Lorraine Inouye (D) Kurt Fevella (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2084: RELATING TO MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to establish and conduct a Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program. Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to submit a report to the Legislature and adopt administrative rules. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates DLNR to establish Marine Life Conservation District program with funding and reporting, directly advancing marine habitat protection and resource conservation.95% confidence
Sharon Moriwaki (D) Angus McKelvey (D) Stanley Chang (D) Dru Kanuha (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2119: RELATING TO REIMBURSEMENT OF PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES.

Requires the State or a county to reimburse an officer or employee for work-related travel costs that the officer or employee loaned to the State or a county within 30 calendar days of submitting an approved Statement of Completed Travel with detailed expenditures and related receipts. Requires the State or a county to pay interest on a loan not reimbursed within 30 days until the loan is fully reimbursed. Obligates an officer or employee to request a complete refund from the travel vendor for travel not taken through no fault of their own, and entitles an officer or employee to reimbursement from the State or a county when a travel vendor offers no or a partial refund. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD1)
Brandon Elefante (D) Troy Hashimoto (D) Stanley Chang (D) Tim Richards (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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