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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amends section 11-357, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), to prohibit state and county elected officials as defined in section 11-342(d), HRS, from soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during any Regular Session or Special Session of the state Legislature, including any extension of any Regular Session or Special Session or any legislative recess day, holiday, or weekend.
AI Summary
This bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) section 11-357 to prohibit state and county elected officials, as defined in HRS section 11-342(d), from soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during any regular or special session of the state legislature, including any extensions, legislative recess days, holidays, or weekends. The bill also clarifies that for the purposes of this section, "session" refers to a period when both legislative houses are in session. This change aims to prevent elected officials from fundraising while actively engaged in legislative duties.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to JDC, WAM. (on 01/28/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2531&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2531_.HTM |
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