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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Specifies that the Chief Election office who passes the standard state probationary period may only be terminated for cause.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to stipulate that the Chief Election Officer, after successfully completing the standard state probationary period, can only be terminated for specific, justifiable reasons, often referred to as "cause." This provision aims to provide greater job security for the Chief Election Officer once they have demonstrated their competence and fulfilled the initial trial period, ensuring that their removal would require a valid justification rather than arbitrary decision-making.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (13)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Della Belatti (D)*,
Greggor Ilagan (D)*,
Matthias Kusch (D)*,
Nicole Lowen (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Scot Matayoshi (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
Adrian Tam (D)*,
David Tarnas (D)*,
Last Action
Referred to LAB, JHA, referral sheet 1 (on 01/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1551&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB1551_.HTM |
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