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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides that, in the event of a vacancy in the position of Chief Election Officer, the Attorney General shall serve as the Interim Chief Election Officer until the Elections Commission appoints a new Chief Election Officer.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to clarify the process for filling a vacancy in the position of Chief Election Officer, who is responsible for overseeing elections and is appointed by the Elections Commission. Specifically, it mandates that the Elections Commission must promptly select and appoint a new Chief Election Officer to complete the term of the previous officer. Crucially, it also designates the Attorney General to serve as the interim Chief Election Officer, meaning they will temporarily hold the position and its duties until a permanent replacement is appointed by the Elections Commission, overriding any other laws that might conflict with this arrangement.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (6)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Karl Rhoads (D)*,
Tim Richards (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D),
Last Action
The committee(s) on JDC recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in JDC were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Gabbard, Chang; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 1 No(es): Senator(s) Awa; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) San Buenaventura. (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2143&year=2026 |
| SB2143_TESTIMONY_JDC_02-18-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2143_TESTIMONY_JDC_02-18-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2143_.HTM |
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