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This bill amends Hawaii's campaign finance law to prohibit state and county elected officials from soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during any legislative session, including regular sessions, special sessions, extensions of those sessions, legislative recess days, holidays, and weekends. The bill builds upon existing state law that already establishes contribution limits for candidates seeking different types of offices (ranging from $2,000 to $6,000 depending on the office's term length). The new provision specifically targets the timing of campaign contributions, aiming to prevent elected officials from fundraising during legislative proceedings, which could be seen as potentially influencing legislative decision-making. The bill will take effect immediately upon approval and does not impact any rights, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date. This legislation is part of broader efforts to increase transparency and reduce potential conflicts of interest in the campaign finance process.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=258&year=2026