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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Extends for five years certain provisions from Act 19, SLH 2020, and Act 238, SLH 2021, relating to abuse of family or household members, including establishing a petty misdemeanor offense of abuse of family or household members, clarifying penalties for violations, and allowing a deferred acceptance of guilty plea for misdemeanor and petty misdemeanor abuse of family or household members offenses. Effective 6/29/2026.
AI Summary
This bill extends for five years certain provisions related to domestic violence, specifically concerning the abuse of family or household members, which were originally established in Act 19 of 2020 and Act 238 of 2021. These provisions include creating a petty misdemeanor offense for such abuse, clarifying the penalties for violations, and allowing for a deferred acceptance of a guilty plea, meaning a person might not have a conviction on their record if they successfully complete certain conditions. The bill also adjusts the repeal dates for these provisions, pushing back the expiration of certain sections related to domestic abuse laws, including the reenactment of Hawaii Revised Statutes section 709-906, to June 30, 2031, ensuring these protections remain in place for a longer period. This measure is set to take effect on June 29, 2026.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (11)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Lynn DeCoite (D)*,
Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Donna Kim (D)*,
Angus McKelvey (D)*,
Sharon Moriwaki (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D)*,
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2843&year=2026 |
| Committee Report SB2843_SSCR2434_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2843_SSCR2434_.pdf |
| SB2843_TESTIMONY_HHS_02-13-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2843_TESTIMONY_HHS_02-13-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2843_.HTM |
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