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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires law enforcement agencies and police oversight agencies to collect and report certain data regarding law enforcement stops, uses of force, and complaints to the Hawaii Crime Lab affiliated with the University of Hawaii. Requires the Hawaii Crime Lab to collect and publish incident-level information and an annual report on the data collected. Requires the Department of the Attorney General to adopt rules, in coordination with the Hawaii Crime Lab.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that law enforcement and police oversight agencies in Hawaii collect and report specific data concerning law enforcement stops, uses of force, and public complaints to the Hawaii Crime Lab, which is affiliated with the University of Hawaii. The Hawaii Crime Lab will then be responsible for collecting and publishing this incident-level information, along with an annual report summarizing the data. The Department of the Attorney General is tasked with creating rules, in collaboration with the Hawaii Crime Lab, to ensure consistent data collection and reporting practices across all agencies. This initiative aims to increase transparency, accountability, and public trust in law enforcement by providing a comprehensive dataset for analysis and policy decisions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM. (on 01/30/2026)
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=2729&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2729_.HTM |
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