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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires all places of public accommodation and public entity construction projects designed after 7/31/2027 to provide at least one universal changing accommodation within the building in a public restroom, with certain exceptions. Makes conforming amendments to sections 489-6, 489-7.5, and 489-8, HRS, to prevent conflict among the provisions. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1)
AI Summary
This bill requires that all new places of public accommodation and public entity construction projects, meaning buildings constructed or initiated by government entities or using government funds after July 31, 2027, must include at least one "universal changing accommodation" within a public restroom. A universal changing accommodation is defined as a powered, height-adjustable adult changing station installed in an enclosed restroom. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing laws to ensure consistency, and it will become effective on January 1, 2525.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN/WAM. (on 02/20/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2268&year=2026 |
| Committee Report SB2268_SD1_SSCR2533_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2268_SD1_SSCR2533_.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2268_SD1_.HTM |
| SB2268_TESTIMONY_GVO-HHS_02-17-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2268_TESTIMONY_GVO-HHS_02-17-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2268_.HTM |
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