Hawaii Bills

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1166: RELATING TO AUTOMATED SPEED ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS PROGRAM.

Appropriates funds out of the State Highway Fund for deposit into the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund and appropriates funds out of the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2353: RELATING TO OUTDOOR SIGNAGE.

Allows the display of outdoor advertising devices, including digital outdoor signage devices, within the Stadium Development District with the authorization of the Stadium Authority and subject to certain conditions. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to conduct a study on the impacts of light pollution associated with the devices and report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (HD2)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2396: RELATING TO PROPERTY.

Requires the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to establish and maintain a Registry of Agents available for public access on the Office of Consumer Protection's website. Requires an absentee owner or landlord to register any agents managing a property on the owner's or landlord's behalf with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Prohibits an absentee owner or landlord from designating a tenant as an agent. Requires members of a condominium association who live outside the State or on another island of the State from where the unit is located to provide the association's board with the contact information of a designated on-island agent for the unit, which shall be included on the address list maintained by the association. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 2433: RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.

Requires that priority be given to the language of a law that aligns with the intent of the Legislature if there is a difference between the English and Hawaiian versions of the law that is material to its interpretation. Effective 3/22/2075. (SD1)

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

GM 551: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMANDA LUNING, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

This is a procedural nomination, not a legislative bill. Governor Green has submitted Amanda Luning's nomination for appointment to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, with a term expiring June 30, 2029. The nomination requires Senate confirmation under Hawaii's constitutional process. The submission is directed to the Senate for its consideration and approval.

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

GM 673: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on Fatherhood, Gubernatorial Nominee, BRONSON KOBAYASHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

Governor Green submitted Bronson Kobayashi for confirmation to the Commission on Fatherhood, a position requiring Senate approval. The nomination covers a term ending June 30, 2029. This is a routine procedural nomination for an existing state commission, not a policy change. The bill does not alter the commission's responsibilities or create new laws.

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1897: RELATING TO CONDOMINIUM ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION.

Amends the conditions and procedures of alternative dispute resolution methods for condominium-related disputes, including the use of facilitative mediation, evaluative mediation, or binding arbitration. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2928: RELATING TO PROCUREMENT.

Establishes the Small Business Procurement Program and Small Business Procurement Coordinator position permanently in the State Procurement Office. Repeals the Small Business Assistance Initiative established in Act 168, Session Laws of Hawaii 2022, effective 1/1/2525. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2972: RELATING TO OAHU CORAL REEF RESTORATION.

Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Aquatic Resources to begin the Holomua Marine Initiative process no later than 7/1/2027 to address coral reef restoration on Oahu. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Environment

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2730: RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM.

Establishes factors under which officers may arrest and detain persons without a warrant for petty misdemeanors and violations, and requires officers to document the justification for the arrests. Amends the circumstances under which officers may issue citations in lieu of arrest. Requires officers to issue citations in lieu of arrest for certain petty misdemeanors and violations, unless public safety or flight risks are present or the alleged offense involves operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant or the abuse of family or household members. Requires the Judiciary to promulgate a standardized citation form and updates the required information for citations. Requires the Criminal Justice Research Institute to submit reports. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2090: RELATING TO CHILD CUSTODY.

SB 2090 allows licensed mental health counselors to serve as child custody evaluators, expanding the pool of qualified professionals who can assess children's needs in custody cases. This change directly affects families involved in child custody disputes where mental health evaluations are required. The bill removes previous restrictions that limited this role to certain licensed professionals, enabling counselors with appropriate training to participate. It does not alter custody laws or standards but broadens who can conduct these evaluations. The measure passed a committee recommendation with four supporting votes in January 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

introduced · Hawaii · Senate Apr 27, 2026

GM 815: Informing the Senate that on April 27, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn PAUL HORNER, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, from consideration by the Senate (GM739).

This bill formally notifies the Senate that Governor Josh Green has withdrawn Paul Horner's nomination for the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. The action removes Horner from further consideration for the position, which was set to expire on June 30, 2029. As a procedural measure, the bill does not alter the authority's structure or create new policies but simply documents the Governor's decision to end the nomination process.

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