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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Repeals the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill repeals the law that prohibits drug paraphernalia, which are items used to produce, conceal, or consume controlled substances, under Hawaii's Uniform Controlled Substances Act. The bill also makes conforming changes to other laws, such as those related to parole and probation, to remove references to drug paraphernalia offenses. The intent behind this repeal is to align with public health recommendations that suggest such laws can hinder harm reduction efforts, disproportionately affect marginalized communities, and contribute to negative health outcomes. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 3000.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (12)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Greggor Ilagan (D)*,
Kim Iwamoto (D)*,
Susan Keohokapu-Lee Loy (D)*,
Matthias Kusch (D)*,
Michael Lee (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
David Tarnas (D)*,
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Reyes Oda, Souza voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Alcos, Garcia, Gedeon, Matsumoto, Muraoka, Pierick voting no (6) and none excused (0). (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=HB&billnumber=1549&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB1549_HD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report HB1549_HD1_HSCR357-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/HB1549_HD1_HSCR357-26_.pdf |
| HB1549_TESTIMONY_HLT_02-13-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB1549_TESTIMONY_HLT_02-13-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB1549_.HTM |
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