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Introduced
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides that any corporation operating under state law shall hold all the corporate powers it previously held; provided that nothing in state law shall be construed to grant or recognize any corporate power to engage in election activity.
AI Summary
This bill amends Hawaii state law to clarify that while corporations operating under state law retain all their previously held corporate powers, these powers do not extend to engaging in "election activity," which is defined as any action taken to promote or oppose a political candidate or a ballot question. This provision aims to prevent corporations from using their established powers for direct involvement in elections.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Della Belatti (D)*,
Elle Cochran (D)*,
Tina Grandinetti (D)*,
Mark Hashem (D)*,
Ikaika Olds (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Elijah Pierick (R)*,
Julie Reyes Oda (R)*,
Garner Shimizu (R)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
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=2125&year=2026 |
| HB2125_TESTIMONY_JHA_02-10-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2125_TESTIMONY_JHA_02-10-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2125_.HTM |
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