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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1549: RELATING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.

HB 1549 repeals the existing prohibition on drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. The bill directly affects the specific law that previously banned items like pipes or bongs used with controlled substances. It removes this ban without creating new regulations or penalties. This is a straightforward repeal of an existing legal restriction, with no new provisions or mechanisms added. The bill is currently in early stages of the legislative process.
Mike Lee (D) Kanani Souza (R) Gregg Takayama (D) Terez Amato (D) Sue Lee Loy (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1665: RELATING TO THE PENAL CODE.

Requires the Department of the Attorney General to submit annual reports to the Legislature pertaining to the offense of terroristic threatening in the first degree. Expands the definition of "terroristic threatening" to include any form of written or electronic communication. Includes additional protected classes that designate the offense of terroristic threatening in the first degree as a class B felony. Amends the offense of obstructing government operations to include obstructing the performance of a governmental function by an educational worker acting in an official capacity. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization of online threats against protected groups, increasing penalties to Class B felony, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of expanded criminalization.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyExpands criminal penalties for social media posts under 'terroristic threatening,' restricting online expression and electronic communications.90% confidence
Darius Kila (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1884: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate intersections for the installation of leading pedestrian intervals, accessible pedestrian signals, and other safety improvements, as necessary, at state-owned or operated pedestrian signal heads. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties, to develop a program that allows pedestrians and community members to request the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at specific intersections. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for pedestrian safety program, directly funding a public service under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires safety features and funds pedestrian signal installations, enhancing transportation safety infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence
Adrian Tam (D) Luke Evslin (D) Mike Lee (D) Kanani Souza (R) Elijah Pierick (R)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 2351: RELATING TO THE STATE PARKS SPECIAL FUND.

Authorizes the Department of Land and Natural Resources to expend the moneys from the State Parks Special Fund for programs aimed at environmental protection.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly authorizes funding from State Parks Special Fund for environmental protection programs, directly advancing conservation and protection efforts as per summary.95% confidence
Carol Fukunaga (D) Michelle Kidani (D) Glenn Wakai (D) Mike Gabbard (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 2421: RELATING TO CANNABIS.

Establishes the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to regulate all aspects of the cannabis plant. Contingent upon specific changes at the federal level or a state constitutional amendment, legalizes the personal adult use of cannabis and decriminalizes certain marijuana-related offenses. Beginning 1/1/2027, establishes taxes on cannabis sales. Adds new traffic offenses relating to the consumption or possession of marijuana or marijuana concentrate. Transfers the personnel and assets of the Department of Health and assets of the Department of Agriculture relating to cannabis and hemp to the Hawaii Cannabis and Hemp Office. Establishes various positions within state entities. Appropriates funds.
Troy Hashimoto (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 2083: RELATING TO THE PROMOTION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.

Amends the offense of promoting a controlled substance in, on, or near schools, school vehicles, public parks, or public housing projects or complexes to include homeless facilities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by adding homeless facilities to drug-free zones, increasing penalties for promoting controlled substances in new locations.85% confidence
Nadine Nakamura (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 2000: RELATING TO THE RIGHT TO REPAIR.

This bill establishes a legal right for wheelchair users to repair their devices. It requires manufacturers to provide necessary parts, tools, and technical information for repairs. The law directly affects wheelchair users, repair technicians, and manufacturers. The bill is currently under review by committee.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables wheelchair repair access for medical device users, improving patient access to essential health equipment and protecting rights. Wheelchairs are critical health mobility devices.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates manufacturers provide repair parts/tools, strengthening consumer access to device maintenance and aligning with right-to-repair tech policy for digital rights.95% confidence
Gregg Takayama (D) Terez Amato (D) Sue Lee Loy (D) Jenna Takenouchi (D) Lisa Marten (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 3239: RELATING TO LANGUAGE ACCESS.

Appropriates funds for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to increase access to bilingual resources and services for residents with limited English proficiency.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds language access services for LEP residents, directly supporting immigrant integration and access to state services per topic description.85% confidence
Karl Rhoads (D) Carol Fukunaga (D) Joy San Buenaventura (D) Angus McKelvey (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1978: RELATING TO THE WEST HAWAII REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.

HB 1978 allocates state funds for planning, design, site work, and construction of a new outpatient care center in North Kona, Hawaii. The bill directly affects residents in the North Kona area who rely on outpatient health services, aiming to expand access to care. Key provisions include funding specific phases of the facility's development, from initial planning to physical construction. This is a funding measure focused on infrastructure, not a policy change affecting broader healthcare regulations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for outpatient care center construction, directly funding public health infrastructure through appropriations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates state funds for outpatient care center construction, expanding healthcare access in North Kona per bill summary.95% confidence
Nicole Lowen (D) Jeanné Kapela (D) Sue Lee Loy (D) Kirstin Kahaloa (D) Greggor Ilagan (D)
in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1958: RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.

Establishes, for a county with a population greater than three hundred thousand, enforcement procedures to prevent domiciling or storing of personal property on public property within a bus stop area, if a person does not intend to use the public transportation services. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPrevents obstruction of bus stops, ensuring public transit functionality and safety per enforcement procedures for transit use.85% confidence
Joe Gedeon (R) Adrian Tam (D) Mike Lee (D) Kanani Souza (R) Elijah Pierick (R)
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