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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
Appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for purchasing body cameras for adult correctional officers to wear while on duty at state correctional facilities, beginning on or after 7/1/2027.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for the purchase of body cameras for adult correctional officers to wear while on duty at state correctional facilities, with the use of these cameras to begin on or after July 1, 2027, and the bill itself taking effect on July 1, 2026. The legislature finds that these cameras will help deter misconduct and protect inmates, potentially reducing lawsuits against the state.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D)*,
Dru Kanuha (D)*,
Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D)*,
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to 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=2030&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2030_SD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report SB2030_SD1_SSCR2667_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2030_SD1_SSCR2667_.pdf |
| SB2030_TESTIMONY_PSM_01-28-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2030_TESTIMONY_PSM_01-28-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2030_.HTM |
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