State Bills: Hawaii

Driver's License Renewal Video Course and Examination Requirement

The Hawaii House of Representatives passed HB2020, requiring certain driver's license renewal applicants to complete an educational course including a road safety video developed by the Department of Transportation and a written examination. The Department is authorized to randomly require written examinations for renewal applicants. The bill requires a report to the Legislature.

Right to Record Law Enforcement Activities

Hawaii Senate Bill 2145 establishes the right of any person to record law enforcement activities and creates a private right of action for violations of this right. The bill passed the Senate on March 10, 2026, and the House on April 1, 2026, with unanimous support in both chambers. The measure takes effect July 1, 2026.

Statutory Revision - Correcting Errors and Clarifying HRS Provisions

The Hawaii State Senate passed SB3225, a technical statutory revision bill correcting errors and references in the Hawaii Revised Statutes and Session Laws. The bill passed both chambers unanimously and was enrolled to the Governor on April 1, 2026, for signature into law.

SB2494 establishes nine-year bribery statute of limitations

SB2494 establishes nine-year bribery statute of limitations

Extends Hawaii discrimination complaint statute of limitations to one year

The Hawaii State Legislature passed SB2727, amending the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission statute of limitations for filing discrimination complaints from the prior timeframe to one year. The bill passed the Senate 24-0 on March 6, 2026, and the House passed it on second reading April 1, 2026, with the HD1 amendment. This extension provides complainants additional time to file civil rights complaints.

State Position Title Updates

The Hawaii State Senate passed SB3131, updating state position titles by replacing 'private secretary' with 'executive assistant' and 'secretary' with 'administrative assistant' where applicable. The bill cleared both chambers with unanimous support and advances to the Governor for signature.