Hawaii Bills

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

GM 698: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRINETTE KAUI, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

Governor Josh Green has submitted a nomination for Trinette Kaui to serve on Hawaii's Real Estate Commission, with a term expiring June 30, 2030. This nomination requires the Hawaii State Senate to confirm the appointment before Kaui can assume the position. The process follows Hawaii's Constitution (Article V, Section 6), which mandates Senate confirmation for certain executive appointments. The nomination directly affects the Governor's ability to fill the commission role and the Senate's confirmation authority.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

GM 699: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, FRANK GOODALE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a procedural nomination, not a legislative bill with policy changes. Governor Josh Green has submitted Frank Goodale for confirmation to serve on the Hawaii Real Estate Commission, with a term ending June 30, 2030. The nomination requires Senate approval to take effect. It directly affects the Real Estate Commission's membership and the governor's authority to appoint commission members.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

GM 697: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICHARD EMERY, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is not a legislative bill but a gubernatorial nomination submission. Governor Green is formally submitting Richard Emery's appointment to the Hawaii Real Estate Commission for Senate confirmation, with a term ending June 30, 2030. The submission requires the Senate to consider and confirm the appointment per Hawaii Constitution Article V, Section 6. This affects the Real Estate Commission's membership and the Senate's confirmation process.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

GM 714: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANDREA USHIJIMA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

This is a gubernatorial nomination, not a legislative bill. Governor Green is submitting Andrea Ushijima for Senate confirmation to serve on the Hawaii Real Estate Commission, with a term expiring June 30, 2030. The submission requires Senate consideration and approval under Hawaii's Constitution (Article V, Section 6). This procedural step does not create new policy but confirms an appointment to an existing state commission.

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2054: RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.

Prohibits the Hawaii National Guard from deploying to assist federal troops, federal law enforcement, or the national guard of any other state operating in Hawaii when the Governor has objected to the deployments. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2372: RELATING TO TREES.

Establishes base selection criteria for designating exceptional trees. Establishes the significant tree designation, selection criteria, and related processes. Establishes the State Arborist Advisory Committee within the Department of Land and Natural Resources for administrative purposes. Requires County Arborist Advisory Committees to have at least five members, adopt new exceptional tree selection criteria, and designate significant trees. Directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the University of Hawaii to cooperate with State and County Arborist Advisory Committees to carry out the Exceptional Trees Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Environment

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2530: RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.

Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers, and their immediate family members, of state contractors with contracts exceeding the small purchase threshold established under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code and grantees with grants exceeding $250,000. Prohibits the compensated officers of state contractors, and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract exceeding the small purchase threshold. Prohibits state grantees, including compensated officers and their immediate family members, from making, promising, or soliciting certain contributions for the duration of the grant exceeding $250,000. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2765: RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS.

Clarifies that condominium associations that have obtained title to a unit through foreclosure may retain rental income received prior to the appointment of a commissioner in a subsequent foreclosure, but the association may be required by a court to remit rental income received after the appointment of a commissioner to be held until an order of distribution is entered by the court. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2203: RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.

SB 2203 makes it a criminal offense for law enforcement officers to wear masks or personal disguises while performing official duties. The bill directly affects police officers and other sworn law enforcement personnel by prohibiting this specific conduct during enforcement activities. Its key provision creates a new legal standard, defining the use of disguises as an offense punishable under state law. This bill focuses solely on regulating officer conduct during operations, without addressing broader policing policies or community impacts. The bill is currently pending committee review and has not yet been voted on.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 1519: RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS.

Requires disclosure of the names of compensated officers of state and county contractors and grantees. Prohibits the compensated officers of certain state and county contractors and grantees from making, promising, or soliciting certain campaign contributions for the duration of the contract or grant. Provides that, for contributions received through a third-party payment processor website, whether received by check or directly deposited to the candidate or noncandidate committee, the date the contributor executes the transaction on the third-party payment processor website shall be deemed the date of receipt and the date of acceptance for campaign finance reporting and compliance requirements. Clarifies that monetary contributions and other campaign funds shall be deposited within 14 days of their physical receipt in a depository institution. Requires unlawful contributions to be returned to the contributor within 30 calendar days of receipt or escheat to the Hawaii Election Campaign Fund. Clarifies that where a violation of the prohibition against contributions and expenditures by lobbyists during legislative session occurs because of the acceptance or agreement to accept a prohibited contribution, and the contribution is by check, the date of violation shall be the date of the receipt of the check and not the date of deposit. Appropriates moneys. (SD3)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2438: RELATING TO CIVIL INTERFERENCE WITH CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY RIGHTS.

Establishes a civil cause of action for interference with constitutional and statutory rights through threats, intimidation, or coercion. Authorizes private rights of action. Authorizes actions to be brought by the Attorney General, County Corporation Counsel, or County Attorney. Authorizes injunctive relief, declaratory relief, and certain monetary relief. Includes protections for constitutionally protected speech. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 2418: RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.

SB 2418 would repeal the existing prohibition on drug paraphernalia under the state's Uniform Controlled Substances Act. This change would remove the ban on items like pipes, bongs, or other equipment typically used for drug consumption from the law. The bill directly affects individuals who might otherwise face legal consequences for possessing such items under current law. The key mechanism is the direct removal of this specific prohibition from the legal code.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

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