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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
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 if the Chief Election Officer position becomes vacant, the Attorney General will automatically step in as the Interim Chief Election Officer. This interim role will continue until the Elections Commission successfully appoints a new permanent Chief Election Officer.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (15)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Della Belatti (D)*,
Greggor Ilagan (D)*,
Darius Kila (D)*,
Matthias Kusch (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Scot Matayoshi (D)*,
Dee Morikawa (D)*,
Ikaika Olds (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Jackson Sayama (D)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
David Tarnas (D)*,
Last Action
The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. (on 02/10/2026)
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=1552&year=2026 |
| HB1552_TESTIMONY_JHA_02-10-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB1552_TESTIMONY_JHA_02-10-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB1552_.HTM |
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